A few documents that you don't feel like showing to others? Or too confidential to leave them within everyone's reach? Various reasons can make you want to hide files on your smartphone. Indeed, this one is full of sensitive and personal files that should not fall into the hands of anyone. And despite all the measures to protect your device, there will always be a risk that someone accesses it. This is why you will have to find the best solution for hide files on your ASUS Zenfone 9 . First we will see what solutions are there to manually hide your files on your ASUS Zenfone 9 . And then we will find out how to hide files from your ASUS Zenfone 9 using an application .

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Hide files on your ASUS Zenfone 9 manually

If you ever want to hide files on your ASUS Zenfone 9 simply and quickly without having to download a third-party application, the manual technique that we will now discuss is the one you need.

With file manager which is installed on your ASUS Zenfone 9, it is possible to hide one or more files by adding a single “. ” in front of his name. The file in question will then no longer be displayed on your smartphone. However, don't worry, it is only hidden and it will be very easy to find it. So how does this procedure work:

  • Open the file manager of your ASUS Zenfone 9
  • Select 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.  
  • Press once more on the setting » reappoint  »Then on» Ok  To confirm the procedure.

Your folders or files are now hidden on your ASUS Zenfone 9. However, you cannot view 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 smartphone
  • Press the menu » Settings  » 
  • then uncheck " Hide system files ". At this step, on some file manager applications, you may have to choose " Show hidden files  And activate the option.

To make them reappear permanently, it will very easily be necessary to rename them again by removing the “. " front.

Hide files on your ASUS Zenfone 9 using a third-party application

The solution you have just discovered is simple and quick, however, it does not allow you to put your files in a safe place. Indeed, anyone familiar with this practice can discover your precious documents. So to properly hide your files on an ASUS Zenfone 9, the safest way 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.

In the event that you want hide an application on your ASUS Zenfone 9, discover all the solutions in this guide.

Hide files with the Privary app

The app Private is one of the applications best rated to protect and hide your files on an ASUS Zenfone 9. There is a free version and a paid version. The main advantage of this application compared to its competitors is that it will allow hiding files, photos and videos with a encryption technique for maximum security. Its access is made by entering a PIN code or digital print . Also, 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 ever you want, Privary saves your data in your Private google drive to avoid any loss of files in the event of a problem with your ASUS Zenfone 9. However, this operation is only accessible with the Premium version.

Hide ASUS Zenfone 9 sound files with Keepsafe

The Keepsafe , in free or paid version, gives the opportunity to hide photos and videos above all. However, it is also very efficient for hiding the files of your ASUS Zenfone 9 by securing them with a password or authentication with a fingerprint. You can additionally lock each folder individually present in the application with unique codes for increased security.

The application allows among other things to create a private cloud where you can store your valuable documents, files, videos and photos for later retrieval. Your files are therefore accessible at any time and from any smartphone, by entering your account and password on the application. Please note this option is only available with the Premium offer.

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