Some documents that you don't want to show to others? Or too confidential to leave them accessible to everyone? There are many reasons that can make you want to hide data on your phone. Indeed, it is full of sensitive and personal data that should not fall into the hands of just anyone. And even if you take all measures to secure your phone, there is always a risk that someone will gain access to it. That is why you will need to find the best solution for hide files on your Huawei P10 . First we will see what solutions are there to manually hide your data on your Huawei P10 . Then we will see how to hide the files of your Huawei P10 using an application .
Hide files on your Huawei P10 manually
If you want to hide files on your Huawei P10 simply and quickly without having to download a third-party application, the manual solution that we are now going to see is the one you need.
With file manager that you have on your Huawei P10, 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 phone. However, don't worry, it is just hidden away and it will be very easy to find it. So how does this approach work:
- Open the file manager of your Huawei P10
- 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.
- Click once more on the option " reappoint »Then on» Ok To confirm the procedure.
Your folders or files are now hidden on your Huawei P10. Regardless, you can't watch 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 phone
- Click on 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 option.
To make them reappear permanently, it will very easily be necessary to rename them again by removing the “. " front.
Hide data on your Huawei P10 with a third-party application
The solution that you have just seen is simple and fast, however it does not allow you to keep your data safe. Indeed, anyone who knows this maneuver can reach your precious documents. So to properly hide your data on a Huawei P10, the best solution will be to use a third party application as we will now see with two of the most powerful apps on the Google Play Store.
In case you want hide an application on your Huawei P10, 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 P10. There is a free version and a paid version. The main advantage of this application compared to its competitors is that it gives the opportunity 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 . Also, the application is not visible in the list of applications of the user, enough to avoid arousing suspicion and avoid being questioned 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 mishap with your Huawei P10. However, this option is only accessible with the Premium version.
Hide Huawei P10 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 P10 by securing them with a password or authentication with a fingerprint. You can still 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 retrieval. 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 function is only accessible with the Premium offer.
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