Some documents that you do not assume? Or too personal to leave them for everyone to see? Many reasons can make you want to hide data on your smartphone. In fact, the latter is full of sensitive and personal data that should not fall into the hands of just anyone. And even if you take every precaution to protect your mobile phone, there will always be a risk that someone could have access to it. This is why you will have to find the best way to hide files on your HUAWEI Mate 40 Pro . To begin with, we will find out what solutions exist to manually hide your data on your HUAWEI Mate 40 Pro . Then we will see how to hide files from your HUAWEI Mate 40 Pro using an application .

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Hide files on your HUAWEI Mate 40 Pro manually

If you want to hide files on your HUAWEI Mate 40 Pro simply and quickly without having to download a specific application, the manual method that we will now see is the one that suits you.

With file manager you have on your HUAWEI Mate 40 Pro, 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 do not be afraid, it is only hidden and it will be very easy to find it. So how does this approach work:

  • Open the file manager of your HUAWEI Mate 40 Pro
  • Click on 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.  
  • Click once more on the setting » reappoint  »Then on» Ok  To confirm the operation.

Your folders or files are now hidden on your HUAWEI Mate 40 Pro. However, you cannot watch them either. In the event that you want to display your folders and files again hidden , the process is just as easy:

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

In order for them to be visible again, you will very easily have to rename them again by removing the “. " front.

Hide data on your HUAWEI Mate 40 Pro using a specific application

The solution you have just discovered is easy and quick, but it does not give the possibility of putting your data in a safe place. In fact, anyone who knows this maneuver can reach your precious documents. So to properly hide your data on a HUAWEI Mate 40 Pro, the best solution 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 case you want hide an application on your HUAWEI Mate 40 Pro, discover all the solutions in this article.

Hide files using the Privary app

The app Private is one of the applications best rated to protect and hide your files on a HUAWEI Mate 40 Pro. 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 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, a good solution to be sure not to arouse suspicion and to 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 data in the event of a mishap with your HUAWEI Mate 40 Pro. However, this operation is only available with the Premium version.

Hide HUAWEI Mate 40 Pro 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 in hiding the data of your HUAWEI Mate 40 Pro by securing it using a password or fingerprint authentication. You can also lock each folder individually present in the application with specific codes for additional security.

The application will allow for example to create a private cloud inside which you can store your valuable documents, data, videos and photos for later viewing. Your data is therefore available at any time and from any smartphone, by entering your account and password on the application. Please note this function is only available with the Premium offer.

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