Some files that you do not assume? Or too confidential to leave them for everyone to see? There are many reasons why you might want 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 despite all the precautions to protect your mobile phone, there is always a risk that someone can gain access to it. It is for this reason that you are going to have to find the best way to hide files on your Honor 7 . First we will see what techniques are there to manually hide your data on your Honor 7? . Then we will find out how to hide the files of your Honor 7 using an application .

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Hide files on your Honor 7 manually

In the event that you want to hide files on your Honor 7 simply and quickly without having to download a third-party application, the manual solution that we will now see is the one you need.

With file manager which is installed on your Honor 7, it is possible 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 only hidden and it will be very easy to find it. In this case, how does this procedure work:

  • Open the file manager of your Honor 7
  • 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 option " reappoint  »Then on» Ok  »To validate the manipulation.

Your folders or files are now hidden on your Honor 7. However, it is not possible to view them either. In the event that you want to display your folders and files again hidden , the procedure is just as simple:

  • Go to file manager from your phone
  • Click on the menu » Settings  » 
  • then uncheck " Hide system files ". At this point, on a number of data manager applications, you may need to choose " Show hidden files  And activate the option.

To make them reappear permanently, you will simply have to rename them again by removing the “. " front.

Hide data on your Honor 7 using a third-party application

The solution that you have just seen is simple and fast, however it does not make your data safe. In fact, anyone familiar with this maneuver can discover your precious files. So to properly hide your data on an Honor 7, the safest 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.

If you want hide an application on your Honor 7, discover all the solutions in this article.

Hide files with the Privary app

The app Private is one of the applications top rated to protect and hide your files on an Honor 7. 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 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 being interrogated by your relatives.

In the event that you wish, Privary saves your data in your Private google drive to avoid any loss of files in the event of a problem with your Honor 7. However, this option is only accessible with the Premium version.

Hide Honor 7 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 powerful for hiding the data of your Honor 7 by securing them with a password or authentication with a fingerprint. You can also lock each folder individually present in the application with unique codes for additional security.

The application allows for example to create a private cloud where you can store your precious documents, data, videos and photos for later reference. Your data is therefore available 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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