How to Protect iPhone Notifications on the Lock Screen

Step by step

1. 30 sec

   Open the Settings application

   Locate and tap the Settings icon on your Home Screen. Scroll down and select the Notifications menu to access global alert preferences.

2. 30 sec

   Adjust Show Previews settings

   Tap the Show Previews option at the top of the Notifications screen. This setting controls when notification content appears on the display.

3. 30 sec

   Set preview behavior to When Unlocked

   Select the When Unlocked option. This ensures that notification banners, message snippets, and alerts remain hidden while the device is locked.

   Note: Selecting Never will hide all notification content regardless of device state.
4. 1 min

   Customize individual application alerts

   Return to the main Notifications menu and select specific applications that handle sensitive information. Ensure that Lock Screen remains checked under the Alerts section to maintain visibility without compromising privacy.

5. 30 sec

   Test the new lock screen security

   Lock your iPhone by pressing the side button. Trigger a notification from another device to confirm that the content is masked or hidden until Face ID or Touch ID authenticates your identity.