Some files that you don't want to share with those around you? Or too personal to leave them for everyone to see? There are many reasons that can make you want to hide files on your smartphone. Indeed, this one is full of sensitive and personal files which should not fall into the hands of just anyone. And even if you take every precaution to protect your phone, there is bound to be a risk that someone will gain access to it. This is the reason why you will have to find the best way to hide files on your Alcatel 3X . To begin with, we will find out what techniques exist to manually hide your files on your Alcatel 3X . Then we will see how to hide files from your Alcatel 3X with an application .
Hide files on your Alcatel 3X manually
If you want to hide files on your Alcatel 3X simply and quickly without having to download a third-party application, the manual manipulation that we will now discuss is the one you need.
With file manager you have on your Alcatel 3X, you can hide one or more files by adding a simple “. ”In front of the latter's name. The affected file will then no longer be visible on your smartphone. However, no reason to worry, it is just hidden and it will be very easy to find it. So how does this approach work:
- Open the file manager of your Alcatel 3X
- 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 setting » reappoint »Then on» Ok To confirm the manipulation.
Your folders or files are now hidden on your Alcatel 3X. However, it is not possible to watch them either. If you want to show your folders and files again hidden , the process is just as easy:
- See you in file manager from your smartphone
- Click on the menu » Settings »
- then deactivate the option " Hide system files ". At this step, on some file 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 files on its Alcatel 3X with a third-party application
The alternative that you have just discovered is quick and easy however it does not allow you to put your files in a safe place. Indeed, anyone who knows this trick can discover your precious documents. So to properly hide your files on an Alcatel 3X, the most secure will be to use a third party application as we will now see with two of the most powerful apps on the Google Play Store.
If you want hide an application on your Alcatel 3X, discover all the solutions today.
Hide files with the Privary app
The app Private is one of the applications best rated to protect and hide your files on an Alcatel 3X. There is a free version and a paid version. The main advantage of this application over its competitors is that it allows you to hide files, photos and videos with a encryption manipulation 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.
If you wish, Privary saves your data in your Private google drive to avoid any loss of data in the event of a mishap with your Alcatel 3X. However, this operation is only available with the Premium version.
Hide Alcatel 3X sound files with Keepsafe
The Keepsafe , in free or paid version, gives the opportunity to hide above all photos and videos. However, it is also very efficient at hiding the files of your Alcatel 3X by securing them with a password or authentication with a fingerprint. You can still lock each folder individually present in the application with unique codes for additional security.
The application allows for example to create a private cloud inside which you can put your precious 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 function is only available with the Premium offer.
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