You just got a new iPhone 17 , or you're planning on getting one imminently. Or, maybe you installed iOS 26 on your older iPhone . Either way, you need one of those awesome new custom lock screens to match the Liquid Glass vibe, pronto.

The good news is that iOS 26 has some easy-to-use ways to create a custom lock screen with whatever images, fonts, and widgets you like. Here's how it works.

Option 1: Set a wallpaper in settings

There are multiple simple ways to set up a new wallpaper and customize your lock screen on iOS 26. The easiest method is to go into your phone's settings

Go to Settings

Go to Wallpaper

Hit "Add New Wallpaper"

Select either one photo or a Photo Shuffle option

Once you've selected a photo, you'll see a customizable version of the lock screen. Swipe to

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