Some files that you don't want to show to others? Or too personal to leave them for everyone to see? There are many reasons that can make you want to hide data on your smartphone. Indeed, it 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 phone, there will always be a risk that someone will gain access to it. It is for this reason that you will have to find the best solution for hide files on your Google Pixel 4 XL . First of all, we will see what solutions are there to manually hide your data on your Google Pixel 4 XL . And then we will see how to hide files from your Google Pixel 4 XL using an application .
Hide files on your Google Pixel 4 XL manually
In the event that you want to hide files on your Google Pixel 4 XL simply and quickly without having to download a specific application, the manual manipulation that we will now see is the one for you.
With file manager which is installed on your Google Pixel 4 XL, you have the option 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 displayed on your smartphone. However, don't worry, it is just hidden away and it will be very easy to find it. In this case, how does this procedure work:
- Open the file manager of your Google Pixel 4 XL
- 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.
- Press once more on the setting » reappoint »Then on» Ok To confirm the process.
Your folders or files are now hidden on your Google Pixel 4 XL. However, you can't watch them either. In the event that you want to display your folders and files again hidden , the procedure is just as easy:
- Go to file manager from your smartphone
- Press 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 option.
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 Google Pixel 4 XL using a specific application
The trick you have just seen is quick and easy, however it does not keep your data safe. Indeed, anyone who knows this maneuver can reach your precious documents. So to properly hide your data on a Google Pixel 4 XL, the safest will be to use a specific 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 Google Pixel 4 XL, discover all the solutions in this guide.
Hide files with the Privary app
The app Private is one of the applications best rated to secure and hide your files on a Google Pixel 4 XL. There is a free version and a paid version. The main advantage of this application over its competitors is that it gives the opportunity to hide data, photos and videos with a encryption manipulation for maximum security. Its access is made by entering a PIN code or digital print . Also, the application is not accessible in the list of applications of the user, enough to avoid arousing suspicion and avoid arousing the curiosity of some people.
In the event that you want it, Privary saves your data in your Private google drive to avoid any loss of files in the event of a mishap with your Google Pixel 4 XL. However, this option is only available with the Premium version.
Hide Google Pixel 4 XL sound files with Keepsafe
The Keepsafe , in free or paid version, will allow you to hide photos and videos above all. However, it is also very powerful at hiding the data of your Google Pixel 4 XL by securing them using a password or authentication with a fingerprint. You can also lock each folder individually present in the application with specific codes for increased security.
The application will allow for example to create a private cloud inside which you can put your sensitive documents, data, videos and photos to consult them later. Your data is suddenly accessible at any time and from any smartphone, by entering your account and password on the application. Please note this feature is only available with the Premium offer.
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