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Hide private lock-screen notifications

Private message content is not visible on the locked screen.

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Done when

Private message content is not visible on the locked screen.

Private message content is not visible on the locked screen.

Who this is for

Phone users receiving private messages; menus vary by device.

Why this matters

You check the screen other people can see.

How to do it

Guidance compiled from the references below; follow the applicability notes for this item.

  1. Open lock-screen notification settings.
  2. Hide sensitive content or all notifications for chosen apps.
  3. Lock the screen and test with a message containing no secrets.

Evidence and references

Last reviewed: · Version 2