How do I hide WhatsApp on an iPhone - briefly?
To hide the WhatsApp app icon from your home screen on an iPhone, you can simply place it within a folder. This method does not remove or disable the app, but rather conceals its presence for a cleaner interface.
How do I hide WhatsApp on an iPhone - in detail?
Hiding WhatsApp on an iPhone can be done in a few simple steps, whether you want to remove it from the home screen or limit its visibility through other means. Here’s how you can achieve that:
Removing WhatsApp from the Home Screen
- Locate WhatsApp: Find the WhatsApp icon on your home screen.
- Long Press: Tap and hold the WhatsApp icon until all the icons start to wiggle. This is known as "jiggle mode."
- Delete: Tap the small 'x' that appears in the top-left corner of the WhatsApp icon. Confirm that you want to delete it by tapping "Remove from Home Screen" when prompted.
- Stop Jiggling: Press the home button or swipe up from the bottom of your screen (depending on your iPhone model) to stop the icons from wiggling.
Accessing WhatsApp After Removal
Even after removing WhatsApp from the home screen, you can still access it through these methods:
- Search Bar: Swipe down from the middle of your home screen to open Spotlight Search. Type "WhatsApp" in the search bar and tap on the app icon to launch it.
- App Library: If you have iOS 14 or later, all deleted apps are moved to the App Library. Swipe left on your home screens until you reach the App Library and find WhatsApp there.
Using Screen Time for Restrictions
If you want to limit access to WhatsApp without completely removing it:
- Open Settings: Go to "Settings" on your iPhone.
- Screen Time: Tap on "Screen Time." If you haven’t set up Screen Time before, follow the prompts to do so.
- Content & Privacy Restrictions: Select "Content & Privacy Restrictions."
- Apps: Tap on "Allowed Apps" and turn off WhatsApp. This will hide the app from view, but you can still access it through the App Library or by searching for it in Spotlight Search.
Using Guided Access for Temporary Hiding
For temporary hiding, especially useful if you’re handing your phone to someone else:
- Open Settings: Go to "Settings" on your iPhone.
- Accessibility: Select "Accessibility."
- Guided Access: Turn on "Guided Access."
- Set a Passcode: Set up a passcode for Guided Access if you haven’t already.
- Open WhatsApp: Open the WhatsApp app.
- Start Guided Access: Triple-click the side button (or home button on older models) to start Guided Access. You can then disable specific parts of the screen, such as notifications or certain buttons within WhatsApp.
- End Session: To end the session, triple-click the side button again and enter your passcode.
By following these steps, you can effectively hide WhatsApp on your iPhone while still being able to access it when needed.