Blocking screenshots is only available in the Status mobile app for Android.
By default, you can't take screenshots or record your screen using the Status mobile app for Android. This security feature helps protect your private information, such as your wallet balance or recovery phrase.
Blocking screenshots prevents malicious apps from capturing your screen or accessing saved screenshots without your knowledge.
- 1From the tab bar, tapMessages.
- 2Tap your profile picture and go toPrivacy and security.
- 3Turn offBlock screenshots.
Regardless of this setting, the Status app prevents you from taking screenshots when displaying sensitive information, such as your recovery phrase.
Updated by
jorge-campoon Mar 23, 2025
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