How to Lock WhatsApp Chats with Secret Code on Android & iPhone (2026 Guide)
WhatsApp lets you protect your private conversations using the Chat Lock feature 🔐. You can lock individual chats, hide them with a Secret Code, and unlock them using your fingerprint, Face ID, phone passcode or secret Code.
The steps are slightly different on Android and iPhone. This guide covers both.
How to Lock a WhatsApp Chat on Android
- Open WhatsApp.
- Press and hold the chat you want to lock.
- Tap the three-dot menu (⋮) in the top-right corner.
- Tap Lock Chat.
- Verify your fingerprint or phone passcode.
Your chat is now locked 🔒.
How to Lock a WhatsApp Chat on iPhone
- Open WhatsApp.
- Swipe right on the chat or tap and hold the chat.
- Tap Lock Chat from the menu.
- Verify with Face ID or your iPhone passcode.
Note
The selected chat will be moved to the Locked Chats folder. The Locked Chats folder will appear at the top of the Chats screen. To hide the Locked Chats folder, follow the steps below.
How to Set Up a Secret Code
After locking your first chat:
- Open the Locked Chats folder.
- Tap Settings [three-dot menu (⋮)]
- Select Secret Code.
- Create a Secret Code that is easy for you to remember.
- Confirm the code.
How to Hide Locked Chats 🫣
- Open Locked Chats.
- Go to Settings.
- Turn on Hide Locked Chats.
Note
Now the Locked Chats folder will disappear from your chat list. To open it again, type your Secret Code in the WhatsApp search bar.
How to Open Hidden Locked Chats
If you have enabled Hide Locked Chats, follow these steps to access your locked conversations:
- Open WhatsApp.
- Tap the Search bar at the top of the Chats screen.
- Type your Secret Code.
- Your Locked Chats folder will appear in the search results.
- Tap Locked Chats to open it.
- Verify your identity using your fingerprint, Face ID, or phone passcode (if prompted).
Note
This method works only if you have already set up a Secret Code and enabled Hide Locked Chats.
How to Change Your Secret Code
- Open Locked Chats.
- Tap Settings.
- Tap Secret Code.
- Select Change Secret Code.
- Enter and confirm your new Secret Code.
Benefits of Chat Lock
- Protects private conversations. 🛡️
- Hides locked chats from your chat list.🤐
- Adds an extra layer of security.,🔐
- Works on Android and iPhone.
- Easy to enable and disable.
Frequently Asked Questions
⭐ Can I lock individual WhatsApp chats?
Yes. WhatsApp allows you to lock individual personal and group chats.
⭐ Can I hide locked chats?
Yes. Enable Hide Locked Chats and use a Secret Code to access them.
⭐ Does Chat Lock work on Android and iPhone?
Yes. The feature is available on both Android and iPhone.
⭐ Can I change my Secret Code?
Yes. You can change it anytime from the Locked Chats settings.
⭐ Is Chat Lock free?
Yes. It is a free feature available in WhatsApp.
Final Thoughts
WhatsApp Chat Lock and Secret Code provide a simple way to protect your private conversations. Whether you use Android or iPhone, you can lock individual chats, hide the Locked Chats folder, and access it only with your Secret Code or device authentication.
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