Some files that you don't want to share with those around you? Or too sensitive to leave them within the reach of all? There are many reasons that can justify the desire to hide data on your mobile phone. Indeed, the latter is full of sensitive and personal data that should not fall into the hands of just anyone. And despite all the precautions to secure your smartphone, there will always be a risk that someone will gain access to it. That is why you will have to find the best solution for hide files on your Echo . To begin with, we will find out what solutions are there to manually hide your data on your Echo . After that we will see how to hide files from your Echo with an app .
Hide files on your Echo manually
If you ever want to hide files on your Echo simply and quickly without having to download a third-party application, the manual method that we are now going to see is the one for you.
With file manager that you have on your Echo, you will be able to 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 mobile phone. However, do not be afraid, it is only hidden and it will be very easy to find it. In this case, how does this process work:
- Open your Echo's file manager
- 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 setting » reappoint »Then on» Ok To confirm the process.
Your folders or files are now hidden on your Echo. However, it is not possible to consult them either. If you ever want to view your folders and files again hidden , the process is just as easy:
- See you in file manager from your mobile phone
- Click on the menu » Settings »
- then uncheck " Hide system files ". At this stage, on some data manager applications, you may need to click " 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 data on your Echo with a third-party application
The trick that you have just seen is easy and fast, however it does not allow you to keep your data safe. Indeed, anyone who knows this practice can reach your precious documents. So to properly hide your data on an Echo, the safest 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 Echo, discover all the solutions in this article.
Hide files with the Privary app
The app Private is one of the applications best rated to secure and hide your files on an Echo. There is a free version and a paid version. The main advantage of this application over its competitors is that it allows hiding data, photos and videos with a encryption method 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 ever 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 Echo. However, this alternative is only available with the Premium version.
Hide Echo sound files with Keepsafe
The Keepsafe , in free or paid version, allows you to hide above all photos and videos. However, it is also very efficient at hiding your Echo's data 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 in particular make it possible to create a private cloud inside which you can put your precious documents, data, videos and photos for later consultation. Your data is therefore available at any time and from any mobile phone, by entering your account and password on the application. Please note this feature is only available with the Premium offer.
In the event that you want a maximum of tutorials to become the absolute master of the Echo, we invite you to explore the other tutorials in the category: Echo.
