Some documents that you don't want to share with those around you? Or too confidential to leave them accessible to everyone? There are many reasons for wanting to hide data on your phone. In fact, it is full of sensitive and personal data that should not fall into the hands of just anyone. And even if you take all measures to secure your device, there is bound to be a risk that someone may gain access to it. This is why you will need to find the best way to hide files on your ASUS Zenfone 4 . First we will see what techniques are there to manually hide your data on your ASUS Zenfone 4 . Then we will see how to hide files from your ASUS Zenfone 4 using an application .

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Hide files on your ASUS Zenfone 4 manually

If you want to hide files on your ASUS Zenfone 4 simply and quickly without having to download a third-party application, the manual technique that we are now going to cover is the one for you.

With file manager that you have on your ASUS Zenfone 4, you have the option 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 be afraid, it is simply concealed and it will be very easy to find it. So how does this procedure work:

  • Open the file manager of your ASUS Zenfone 4
  • 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.  
  • Once again press the option » reappoint  »Then on» Ok  To confirm the process.

Your folders or files are now hidden on your ASUS Zenfone 4. 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 simple:

  • See you in file manager from your phone
  • Press the menu » Settings  » 
  • then uncheck " Hide system files ". At this point in the procedure, on a number of data manager applications, you may need to select " Show hidden files  And activate the button.

To make them reappear definitively, it will be necessary in a very simple way to rename them again by removing the “. " front.

Hide data on your ASUS Zenfone 4 using a third-party application

The solution that you have just discovered is quick and easy, however it does not allow you to put your data in a safe place. In fact, anyone who knows this trick can discover your precious documents. So to properly hide your data on an ASUS Zenfone 4, 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.

In the event that you wish hide an application on your ASUS Zenfone 4, discover all the solutions today.

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 4. 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 data, 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 visible in the list of applications of the user, enough to avoid arousing suspicion and avoid arousing the curiosity of some people.

If you wish, Privary saves your data in your Private google drive to avoid any loss of data in a problem situation with your ASUS Zenfone 4. However, this alternative is only accessible with the Premium version.

Hide ASUS Zenfone 4 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 data of your ASUS Zenfone 4 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, among other things, to create a private cloud where you can store your precious documents, data, videos and photos for future reference. Your data is therefore accessible at any time and from any phone, by entering your account and password on the application. Please note that this function is only accessible with the Premium offer.

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