Handing your phone to someone, even briefly, can expose far more than intended. Whether it is to share a photo, allow a quick call, or let a child watch a video, unrestricted access can put personal data at risk. To address this, both Android and iPhone offer built-in privacy features that limit access to a single app. Android calls this App Pinning, while Apple uses “Guided Access”, allowing you to share your screen safely while keeping the rest of your phone locked.
Your smartphone holds far more than just apps. It contains banking details, private messages, location history, emails, and photos you may not want others to see. Even a quick glance at your home screen can reveal which banks you use or who you communicate with. This is why unrestricted access, even for a moment, can put your privacy and identity at risk. Handing over your phone without restrictions—especially to a stranger—is never a good idea.
There are many everyday situations where this feature becomes useful. A child may want to watch a YouTube video, but you do not want them opening emails or messages. A stranger may need to make a call in an emergency, but nothing beyond that. Even a friend doing a quick Google search does not need access to your search history or other apps. App Pinning and “Guided Access” make sure the phone stays exactly where you want it.
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