Some files that you don't want to share with those around you? Or too personal to leave them accessible to everyone? There are many reasons that can justify the desire to hide data on your mobile phone. In fact, it is full of sensitive and personal data that should not fall into the hands of just anyone. And despite all precautions to secure your device, there is bound to be a risk that someone may gain access to it. It is for this reason that you will have to find the best solution for hide files on your Huawei Nova 5i . First we will see what solutions exist to manually hide your data on your Huawei Nova 5i . Then we will see how to hide files from your Huawei Nova 5i using an application .
Hide files on your Huawei Nova 5i manually
If you ever want to hide files on your Huawei Nova 5i simply and quickly without having to download a specific application, the manual technique that we are now going to discover is the one for you.
With file manager that you have on your Huawei Nova 5i, you will be able 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 displayed on your mobile phone. However do not be afraid, it is only concealed and it will be very easy to find it. So how does this procedure work:
- Open the file manager of your Huawei Nova 5i
- 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 procedure.
Your folders or files are now hidden on your Huawei Nova 5i. However, you cannot view them either. If you ever want to view your folders and files again hidden , the procedure is just as simple:
- Go to file manager from your mobile phone
- Press the menu » Settings »
- then deactivate the option " Hide system files ". At this point in the procedure, on some data manager applications, you may have to click on » 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 Huawei Nova 5i using a specific application
The trick that you have just discovered is simple and quick, however it does not give the possibility of keeping your data safe. In fact, anyone familiar with this maneuver can discover your precious documents. So to properly hide your data on a Huawei Nova 5i, the best solution will be to use a specific application as we will now see with two of the most powerful apps on the Google Play Store.
If you ever want hide an application on your Huawei Nova 5i, discover all the solutions in this article.
Hide files with the Privary app
The app Private is one of the applications top rated to secure and hide your files on a Huawei Nova 5i. 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 technique 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 arousing the curiosity of some people.
If ever you wish, Privary saves your data in your Private google drive to avoid data loss in the event of a problem with your Huawei Nova 5i. However, this operation is only available with the Premium version.
Hide Huawei Nova 5i 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 Huawei Nova 5i by securing them using a password or authentication with a fingerprint. You can still lock each folder individually present in the application with specific codes for additional security.
The application allows in particular to create a private cloud inside which you can store your precious documents, data, videos and photos for later reference. 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.
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