How to Access Archive Photos on iOS Devices

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Co-authored by Darlene Antonelli, MA Reviewed by Luigi Oppido

Last Updated: February 22, 2022

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You can archive photos on different platforms to either free up space or hide them from your audience. This wikiHow will show you how to access archived photos using the iPhone or iPad Photos app on your phone or tablet.

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   Open Photos. This app icon looks like a multicolored flower. You can find this app on your home screen or by searching.

   • You can hide photos in Apple's Photos so they can't be seen anymore, then unhide them later. Only you can see these photos.
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   Tap Albums. You'll see this in the bottom right corner of your screen.
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   Tap Hidden. You'll see this listed under "Other Albums."
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   Tap a photo to view it. If you want to unarchive the photo, tap the share icon and Unhide.
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