Some documents that you do not want to share with those around you? Or too confidential to leave them in the eyes of everyone? There are many reasons why you might want to hide files on your smartphone. Indeed, the latter is full of sensitive and personal files that should not fall into the hands of just anyone. And even if you take all measures to protect your device, there is bound to be a risk that someone will gain access to it. It is for this reason that you will have to find the best solution for hide files on your Lenovo K10 Plus . First we will see what techniques exist to manually hide your files on your Lenovo K10 Plus . And then we will find out how to hide files from your Lenovo K10 Plus with an application .

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Hide files on your Lenovo K10 Plus manually

If you want to hide files on your Lenovo K10 Plus simply and quickly without having to download a specific application, the manual manipulation that we will now discover is the one you need.

With file manager which is installed on your Lenovo K10 Plus, it is possible 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 worried, it is simply concealed and it will be very easy to find it. In this case, how does this procedure work:

  • Open the file manager of your Lenovo K10 Plus
  • 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.  
  • Press once more on the setting » reappoint  »Then on» Ok  To confirm the procedure.

Your folders or files are now hidden on your Lenovo K10 Plus. However, you cannot view 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 smartphone
  • Press the menu » Settings  » 
  • then uncheck " Hide system files ". At this point, on a number of file manager applications, you may need to click " Show hidden files  And activate the option.

To make them reappear permanently, you will need to rename them again in a very simple way by removing the “. " front.

Hide files on its Lenovo K10 Plus with 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 practice can reach your precious documents. So to properly hide your files on a Lenovo K10 Plus, the most secure 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 want hide an application on your Lenovo K10 Plus, discover all the solutions in this article.

Hide files using the Privary app

The app Private is one of the applications top rated to protect and hide your files on a Lenovo K10 Plus. There is a free version and a paid version. The main advantage of this application over its competitors is that it allows 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, 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 file loss in the event of a problem with your Lenovo K10 Plus. However, this operation is only available with the Premium version.

Hide Lenovo K10 Plus sound files with Keepsafe

The Keepsafe , in free or paid version, will allow you to hide photos and videos above all. However, it is also very powerful for hiding the files of your Lenovo K10 Plus 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 for later retrieval. Your files are therefore accessible 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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