Some documents that you do not want to share with those around you? Or too personal to leave them accessible to everyone? There are various 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 measures to protect your phone, there will necessarily be a risk that someone can gain access to it. This is the reason why you will have to find the best solution for hide files on your Huawei Y5 . First we will see what techniques exist to manually hide your data on your Huawei Y5 . Then we will see how to hide files from your Huawei Y5 with an application .
Hide files on your Huawei Y5 manually
In the event that you want to hide files on your Huawei Y5 simply and quickly without having to download a specific application, the manual procedure that we will now discover is the one you need.
With file manager which is installed on your Huawei Y5, you can 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 phone. However, no reason to worry, it is simply hidden and it will be very easy to find it. So how does this procedure work:
- Open the file manager of your Huawei Y5
- 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 setting » reappoint »Then on» Ok To confirm the process.
Your folders or files are now hidden on your Huawei Y5. However, it is not possible to consult them either. In the event that you want to display your folders and files again hidden , the procedure is just as easy:
- Go to file manager from your phone
- Click on the menu » Settings »
- then uncheck " Hide system files ". At this step, 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 simply have to rename them again by removing the “. " front.
Hide data on your Huawei Y5 with a specific application
The solution you have just seen is quick and easy, however, it does not keep your data safe. In fact, anyone who knows this trick can discover your precious documents. So to properly hide your data on a Huawei Y5, 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.
In the event that you wish hide an application on your Huawei Y5, discover all the solutions in this guide.
Hide files with the Privary app
The app Private is one of the applications best rated to protect and hide your files on a Huawei Y5. 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 procedure 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.
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 mishap with your Huawei Y5. However, this operation is only accessible with the Premium version.
Hide Huawei Y5 sound files using Keepsafe
The Keepsafe , in free or paid version, allows you to hide photos and videos above all. However, it is also very efficient at hiding the data of your Huawei Y5 by securing them with 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 will in particular make it possible to create a private cloud in which 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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