Some documents that you don't want to show to others? Or too sensitive to leave them within the reach of all? There are many reasons that can cause you to hide data on your phone. Indeed, the latter is full of sensitive and personal data that should not fall into the hands of just anyone. And despite all the precautions to secure your phone, there will necessarily be a risk that someone will gain access to it. This is the reason why you will need to find the best solution for hide files on your Meizu 16Xs . First we will see what techniques exist to manually hide your data on your Meizu 16Xs . After that we will see how to hide files from your Meizu 16Xs using an application .

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Hiding files on your Meizu 16Xs manually

If you want to hide files on your Meizu 16Xs simply and quickly without having to download a specific application, the manual procedure that we will now discover is the one you need.

With file manager which is installed on your Meizu 16Xs, it is possible to hide one or more files by adding a simple “. ”In front of the latter's name. The file in question will then no longer be visible on your phone. However do not worry, it is only concealed and it will be very easy to find it. So how does this procedure work:

  • Open the file manager of your Meizu 16Xs
  • Click on the file or folder that you want to hide.
  • Click the "More" button (the three vertical dots) to select "Rename".
  • Add a point at the start   the name of the file or folder.  
  • Click once more on the option " reappoint  »Then on» Ok  »To validate the operation.

Your folders or files are now hidden on your Meizu 16Xs. However, it is not possible to watch them either. In the event that you want to display your folders and files again hidden , the procedure is just as easy:

  • See you in file manager from your phone
  • Click on the menu » Settings  » 
  • then uncheck " Hide system files ". At this point in the procedure, on some data manager applications, you may have to choose " Show hidden files  And activate the button.

To make them reappear permanently, you will simply have to rename them again by removing the “. " front.

Hide data on your Meizu 16Xs using a specific application

The alternative that you have just seen is quick and easy, however it does not provide the possibility of putting your data in a safe place. Indeed, anyone familiar with this practice can discover your precious documents. So to properly hide your data on a Meizu 16Xs, the safest thing will be to use a specific application as we will now see with two of the most powerful apps on the Google Play Store.

In the event that you want hide an application on your Meizu 16Xs, discover all the solutions in this guide.

Hide files with the Privary app

The app Private is one of the applications best rated to secure and hide your files on a Meizu 16Xs. There is a free version and a paid version. The main advantage of this application over its competitors is that it will allow hiding data, photos and videos with a encryption procedure for maximum security. Its access is made by entering a PIN code or digital print . In addition, the application is not visible in the list of applications of the user, a good solution to be sure not to arouse suspicion and to avoid being questioned by your relatives.

In the event that you want it, Privary saves your data in your Private google drive to avoid file loss in the event of a problem with your Meizu 16Xs. However, this operation is only accessible with the Premium version.

Hide Meizu 16Xs sound files using Keepsafe

The Keepsafe , in free or paid version, allows you to hide photos and videos above all. However, it is also very powerful at hiding the data of your Meizu 16Xs by securing them using a password or authentication with a fingerprint. You can also lock each folder individually present in the application with specific codes for increased security.

The application allows among other things to create a private cloud inside which you can put your precious documents, data, videos and photos to retrieve them later. Your data is therefore available at any time and from any phone, by entering your account and password on the application. Please note that this option is only accessible with the Premium offer.

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