Some files that you do not assume? Or too personal to leave them accessible to 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 precautions to secure 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 Asus ZenFone 3 . First, we'll see what solutions exist to manually hide your files on your Asus ZenFone 3 . And then we'll see how to hide files from your Asus ZenFone 3 using an application .
Hide files on your Asus ZenFone 3 manually
In the event that you want to hide files on your Asus ZenFone 3 simply and quickly without having to download a specific application, the manual solution that we are now going to discuss is the one you need.
With file manager which is installed on your Asus ZenFone 3, you will be able to 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 phone. However, no reason to worry, it is just hidden and it will be very easy to find it. So how does this procedure work:
- Open the file manager of your Asus ZenFone 3
- Choose 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.
- Once again press the option » reappoint »Then on» Ok To validate the process.
Your folders or files are now hidden on your Asus ZenFone 3. However, you cannot view 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
- Press the menu » Settings »
- then uncheck " Hide system files ". At this step, 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 simply have to rename them again by removing the “. " front.
Hide files on your Asus ZenFone 3 using a specific application
The solution that you have just discovered is easy and fast, however it does not provide the possibility to save your files. Indeed, anyone who knows this trick can get to your precious documents. So to properly hide your files on an Asus ZenFone 3, the best solution 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 wish hide an application on your Asus ZenFone 3, 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 an Asus ZenFone 3. There is a free version and a paid version. The main advantage of this application compared to 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, a good solution to be sure not to arouse suspicion and to avoid arousing the curiosity of some people.
In the event that you wish, Privary saves your data in your Private google drive to avoid any loss of data in the event of a problem with your Asus ZenFone 3. However, this operation is only accessible with the Premium version.
Hide Asus ZenFone 3 sound files with Keepsafe
The Keepsafe , in free or paid version, allows you to hide photos and videos above all. However, it is also very efficient at hiding the files of your Asus ZenFone 3 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 allow for example to create a private cloud where you can store your sensitive documents, files, videos and photos for later retrieval. Your files are therefore accessible 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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