Some files that you don't want to show to others? Or too sensitive to leave them for everyone to see? There are various reasons that can make you want to hide data on your smartphone. 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 device, there will necessarily be a risk that someone will gain access to it. This is why you will need to find the best way to hide files on your HUAWEI Mate 20 . First we will see what techniques are there to manually hide your data on your HUAWEI Mate 20 . Then we will see how to hide files from your HUAWEI Mate 20 with an application .

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Hide files on your HUAWEI Mate 20 manually

In the event that you want to hide files on your HUAWEI Mate 20 simply and quickly without having to download a third-party application, the manual procedure that we will now discuss is the one that suits you.

With file manager that you have on your HUAWEI Mate 20, 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 smartphone. However do not worry, it is simply hidden and it will be very easy to find it. In this case, how does this process work:

  • Open the file manager of your HUAWEI Mate 20
  • 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.  
  • Once again press the option » reappoint  »Then on» Ok  »To validate the manipulation.

Your folders or files are now hidden on your HUAWEI Mate 20. However, you cannot view them either. In the event that you want to display your folders and files again hidden , the process is just as simple:

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

For them to be visible again, you will have to very simply rename them again by removing the “. " front.

Hide data on its HUAWEI Mate 20 with a third-party application

The trick that you have just discovered is simple and fast, however it does not allow you to put your data in a safe place. Indeed, anyone who knows this maneuver can reach your precious files. So to properly hide your data on a HUAWEI Mate 20, the safest thing will be to use a third party application as we will now see with two of the most powerful apps on Google Play Store.

In case you want hide an application on your HUAWEI Mate 20, discover all the solutions today.

Hide files with the Privary app

The app Private is one of the applications best rated to secure and hide your files on a HUAWEI Mate 20. There is a free version and a paid version. The main advantage of this application compared to its competitors is that it allows you to hide data, photos and videos with a encryption procedure 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, a good solution to be sure not to arouse suspicion and to avoid being interrogated by your relatives.

If you wish, Privary saves your data in your Private google drive to avoid any loss of data in the event of a problem with your HUAWEI Mate 20. However, this operation is only available with the Premium version.

Hide HUAWEI Mate 20 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 HUAWEI Mate 20 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 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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