Some documents that you don't want to show to others? Or too confidential to leave them accessible to everyone? There are many reasons you can hide files on your smartphone. In fact, this one is full of sensitive and personal files that should not fall into the hands of just anyone. And despite all the measures to secure your phone, there is bound to be a risk that someone can gain access to it. This is why you will need to find the best way to hide files on your Samsung Galaxy S20 + . First, we'll see what solutions exist to manually hide your files on your Samsung Galaxy S20 + . And then we will see how to hide files from your Samsung Galaxy S20 + with an application .
Hide files on your Samsung Galaxy S20 + manually
In the event that you want to hide files on your Samsung Galaxy S20 + simply and quickly without having to download a specific application, the manual solution that we will now discover is the one for you.
With file manager which is installed on your Samsung Galaxy S20 +, it is possible to hide one or more files by adding a simple “. ”In front of the latter's name. The file we are talking about will then no longer be displayed on your smartphone. However do not worry, it is only hidden and it will be very easy to find it. So, how does this process work:
- Open the file manager of your Samsung Galaxy S20 +
- Choose the file or folder that you want to hide.
- Click the "More" button (the three vertical dots) to select "Rename".
- Add a point just before the name of the file or folder.
- Click once more on the option " reappoint »Then on» Ok To confirm the process.
Your folders or files are now hidden on your Samsung Galaxy S20 +. However, you cannot view them either. In the event that you want to display your folders and files again hidden , the process is just as simple:
- See you in file manager from your smartphone
- Click on the menu » Settings »
- then uncheck " Hide system files ". At this point in the procedure, on a number of file manager applications, you may need to select " Show hidden files And activate the option.
In order for them to be visible again, it will be very easy to rename them again by removing the “. " front.
Hide files on your Samsung Galaxy S20 + using a specific application
The solution that you have just seen is simple and fast, however it does not allow you to put your files in a safe place. In fact, anyone familiar with this practice can get to your valuable documents. So to properly hide your files on a Samsung Galaxy S20 +, the most secure will be to use a specific application as we will now see with two of the most powerful apps on Google Play Store.
In case you want hide an application on your Samsung Galaxy S20 +, discover all the solutions in this guide.
Hide files with the Privary app
The app Private is one of the applications top rated to secure and hide your files on a Samsung Galaxy S20 +. There is a free version and a paid version. The main advantage of this application over its competitors is that it will allow you to hide files, photos and videos with a encryption solution for maximum security. Its access is made by entering a PIN code or digital print . In addition, the application is not accessible in the list of applications of the user, enough to avoid arousing suspicion and avoid being questioned by your relatives.
In the event that you wish, Privary saves your data in your Private google drive to avoid any loss of files in the event of a mishap with your Samsung Galaxy S20 +. However, this operation is only accessible with the Premium version.
Hide Samsung Galaxy S20 + 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 efficient to hide the files of your Samsung Galaxy S20 + by securing them with a password or authentication with a fingerprint. You can also lock each folder individually present in the application with specific codes for additional security.
The application will in particular make it possible to create a private cloud in which you can put your sensitive documents, files, videos and photos for later retrieval. Your files are therefore available at any time and from any smartphone, 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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