Some files that you do not assume? Or too confidential to leave them in the eyes of everyone? There are many reasons why you might want to hide files on your phone. Indeed, the latter 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 smartphone, there will always be a risk that someone will access it. This is the reason why you will have to find the best solution for hide files on your Alcatel 3L . First, we will find out what techniques are there to manually hide your files on your Alcatel 3L . After that we will see how to hide files from your Alcatel 3L with an application .
Hiding files on your Alcatel 3L manually
If you ever want to hide files on your Alcatel 3L simply and quickly without having to download a third-party application, the manual technique that we will now discover is the one you need.
With file manager which is installed on your Alcatel 3L, you can 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 visible on your phone. However, do not be afraid, it is just concealed and it will be very easy to find it. In this case, how does this procedure work:
- Open the file manager of your Alcatel 3L
- Select 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 procedure.
Your folders or files are now hide on your Alcatel 3L. However, it is not possible to consult them either. If you ever want to view your folders and files again hidden , the procedure is just as simple:
- Go to file manager from your phone
- Click on the menu » Settings »
- then uncheck " Hide system files ". At this point in the procedure, on some file manager applications, you may need to click " Show hidden files And activate the button.
In order for them to be visible again, you will very easily have to rename them again by removing the “. " front.
Hide files on its Alcatel 3L with a third-party application
The solution that you have just discovered is quick and easy, but it does not allow you to put your files in a safe place. Indeed, anyone who knows this maneuver can access your precious files. So to properly hide your files on an Alcatel 3L, the safest will be to use a third party application as we will now see with two of the most successful apps on the Google Play Store.
If you ever want hide an application on your Alcatel 3L, 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 an Alcatel 3L. 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 technique 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, a good solution to be sure not to arouse suspicion and to avoid being interrogated by your relatives.
If ever you want, Privary saves your data in your Private google drive to avoid file loss in the event of a problem with your Alcatel 3L. However, this alternative is only available with the Premium version.
Hide Alcatel 3L sound files using Keepsafe
The Keepsafe , in free or paid version, will allow you to hide photos and videos above all. However, it is also very efficient at hiding the files of your Alcatel 3L by securing them with a password or authentication with a fingerprint. You can also lock each folder individually present in the application with unique codes for additional security.
The application will in particular make it possible to create a private cloud inside which you can put your precious documents, files, videos and photos to consult them later. Your files are therefore accessible at any time and from any phone, by entering your account and password on the application. Please note this feature is only available with the Premium offer.
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