22 Simple Secret Hiding Spots That Beat Any Safe (23 Photos)

Hate it when people snoop through your things, or constantly worry that burglars might target your home? Or maybe you just have a few embarrassing photos you'd rather keep to yourself? Whatever your reason for keeping valuables away from prying eyes, we've got plenty of clever ideas to help you out.

Not only are these secret spots virtually impossible to detect (unless someone has X-ray vision), but they're also surprisingly easy to make yourself.





A hidden drawer inside a windowsill.





Shelves with a secret compartment.

A birdhouse with a secret stash.

You can even carve out a hiding spot inside a grain jar.

Cash stashed inside a door.

A hidden door leading to the basement.

A seat with built-in secret storage.

A genius beach hack: stash your valuables inside a diaper, and the whole family can go for a swim worry-free.

Multi-functional tile.



A secret room.

A picture frame with a surprise inside.

Drawers built into the stairs.

No one will ever find your favorite candy here.

A clever hiding spot for a spare house key.

Simply coat the inside of an empty mayo jar with white paint, and your secret safe is ready.

Curtains can double as a secret hiding place, too.

It's unlikely anyone would ever think to check an ordinary thermometer.

Or a hairbrush.

A neat way to carry your emergency stash with you.