Some files that you don't want to show to others? Or too personal to leave them accessible to everyone? There are many reasons that can make you want to hide files on your smartphone. Indeed, this one is full of sensitive and personal files that should not fall into the hands of just anyone. And despite all the precautions to secure your smartphone, there will always be a risk that someone will access it. This is why you will need to find the best way to hide files on your Infinix . First of all, let's see what solutions exist to manually hide your files on your Infinix . After that we will see how to hide files from your Infinix using an application .

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Hide files on your Infinix manually

If you want to hide files on your Infinix simply and quickly without having to download a specific application, the manual manipulation that we will now discuss is the one for you.

With file manager you have on your Infinix, 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 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 Infinix
  • Choose 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 process.

Your folders or files are now hidden on your Infinix. However, it is not possible to watch them either. If you want to show your folders and files again hidden , the process is just as easy:

  • See you in file manager from your smartphone
  • Click on the menu » Settings  » 
  • then deactivate the option " Hide system files ". At this point in the procedure, on a number of file manager applications, you may need to click " Show hidden files  And activate the option.

In order for them to be visible again, it will be very easy to rename them again by removing the “. " front.

Hide files on your Infinix using a specific application

The solution that you have just seen is quick and easy, however it does not allow you to put your files in a safe place. Indeed, anyone who knows this trick can discover your precious documents. So to properly hide your files on an Infinix, the safest will be to use a specific application as we will now see with two of the most powerful apps on Google Play Store.

If you ever want hide an application on your Infinix, discover all the solutions in this guide.

Hide files with the Privary app

The app Private is one of the applications best rated to secure and hide your files on an Infinix. There is a free version and a paid version. The main advantage of this application over its competitors is that it will allow you to hide files, photos and videos with a encryption manipulation 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 being interrogated by your relatives.

If you want, Privary saves your data in your Private google drive to avoid any loss of files in the event of a problem with your Infinix. However, this option is only available with the Premium version.

Hide Infinix 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 efficient at hiding the files of your Infinix 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 allows for example to create a private cloud in which you can put your precious documents, files, videos and photos to recover them later. Your files are therefore available 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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