Some documents that you do not want to share with those around you? Or too personal to leave them for all to see? There are various reasons why you might 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 smartphone, there is bound to be a risk that someone will gain access to it. This is the reason why you will have to find the best way to hide files on your LG K11 . First, we will find out what solutions are there to manually hide your data on your LG K11 . And then we will see how to hide files from your LG K11 using an application .

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Hide files on your LG K11 manually

If you ever want to hide files on your LG K11 simply and quickly without having to download a third-party application, the manual technique that we will now see is the one you need.

With file manager which is installed on your LG K11, you will be able to hide one or more files by adding a simple “. ”In front of the latter's name. The affected file will then no longer be displayed on your phone. However don't worry, it is only hidden and it will be very easy to find it. So, how does this procedure work:

  • Open the file manager of your LG K11
  • 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 validate the manipulation.

Your folders or files are now hidden on your LG K11. However, you can't watch them either. If you ever want to view your folders and files again hidden , the procedure is just as simple:

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

To make them reappear permanently, you will very easily have to rename them again by removing the “. " front.

Hide data on its LG K11 using a third-party application

The solution that you have just seen is simple and fast, however it does not allow you to put your data in a safe place. Indeed, anyone who knows this practice can reach your precious documents. So to properly hide your data on an LG K11, the safest will be to use a third party 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 LG K11, discover all the solutions in this guide.

Hide files with the Privary app

The app Private is one of the applications top rated to secure and hide your files on an LG K11. There is a free version and a paid version. The main advantage of this application compared to its competitors is that it allows 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 visible 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 ever you want, Privary saves your data in your Private google drive to avoid any loss of files in the event of a mishap with your LG K11. However, this operation is only available with the Premium version.

Hide LG K11 sound files with Keepsafe

The Keepsafe , in free or paid version, gives the opportunity to hide above all photos and videos. However, it is also very powerful for hiding the data of your LG K11 by securing them using a password or authentication with a fingerprint. You can also lock each folder individually present in the application with unique codes for additional security.

The application allows in particular to create a private cloud inside which you can put your precious documents, data, videos and photos to consult them later. Your data is therefore accessible at any time and from any phone, by entering your account and password on the application. Please note that this option is only available with the Premium offer.

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