Some files that you do not assume? Or too sensitive to leave them within the reach of all? There are many reasons for wanting to hide data on your mobile phone. Indeed, the latter 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 smartphone, there will always be a risk that someone can gain access to it. This is the reason why you will have to find the best way to hide files on your Motorola Moto Z4 . First, we will find out what solutions are there to manually hide your data on your Motorola Moto Z4 . Then we will find out how to hide files from your Motorola Moto Z4 using an application .

hide-files-Motorola-Moto-Z4

Manually hide files on your Motorola Moto Z4

In the event that you want to hide files on your Motorola Moto Z4 simply and quickly without having to download a third-party application, the manual manipulation that we will now see is the one that suits you.

With file manager you have on your Motorola Moto Z4, you have the option 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 mobile phone. However, no reason to worry, it is just hidden and it will be very easy to find it. So how does this approach work:

  • Open the file manager of your Motorola Moto Z4
  • 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.  
  • Press once more on the setting » reappoint  »Then on» Ok  »To validate the manipulation.

Your folders or files are now hidden on your Motorola Moto Z4. However, it is not possible to consult them either. In the event that you want to display your folders and files again hidden , the process is just as easy:

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

In order for them to be visible again, you will very easily have to rename them again by removing the “. " front.

Hide data on your Motorola Moto Z4 using a third-party application

The trick you just saw is quick and easy, but it doesn't keep your data safe. Indeed, anyone who knows this trick can discover your precious files. So to properly hide your data on a Motorola Moto Z4, the safest thing 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.

If you want hide an application on your Motorola Moto Z4, discover all the solutions today.

Hide files with the Privary app

The app Private is one of the applications top rated to protect and hide your files on a Motorola Moto Z4. 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 data, 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.

In the event that you wish, Privary saves your data in your Private google drive to avoid data loss in the event of a problem with your Motorola Moto Z4. However, this alternative is only accessible with the Premium version.

Hide Motorola Moto Z4 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 at hiding the data of your Motorola Moto Z4 by securing them using a password or authentication with a fingerprint. You can still lock each folder individually present in the application with unique codes for increased security.

The application will allow, among other things, to create a private cloud inside 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 mobile phone, by entering your account and password on the application. Please note that this option is only accessible with the Premium offer.

If you want as many tutorials as possible to become the king of the Motorola Moto Z4, we invite you to browse the other tutorials in the category: Motorola Moto Z4.