Claude Code found 145K photos I deleted from my iPhone sitting in a hidden cache
Summary
The post claims that a large set of deleted iPhone photos remains accessible via a hidden cache, readable by apps with file access permissions. It argues that iOS does not permanently remove data and highlights a Spotlight cache directory (PhotoData/Thumbnails) that can persist for years. The piece frames this as a data privacy risk and references a security audit that flagged the directory, underscoring the need for careful app permissions and data deletion practices.