Some documents that you do not assume? Or too sensitive to leave them within reach of everyone? There are various reasons that can make you want to hide data on your phone. Indeed, the latter is full of sensitive and personal data that should not fall into the hands of just anyone. And even if you take every precaution to protect your mobile phone, there is always a risk that someone can gain access to it. That is why you will have to find the best solution for hide files on your OnePlus 6 . First, we'll see what techniques exist to manually hide your data on your OnePlus 6 . And then we will find out how to hide files from your OnePlus 6 using an application .
Hide files on your OnePlus 6 manually
If you want to hide files on your OnePlus 6 simply and quickly without having to download a third-party application, the manual procedure that we are now going to discover is the one for you.
With file manager that you have on your OnePlus 6, 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, no reason to worry, 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 OnePlus 6
- Select 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.
- Once again press the option » reappoint »Then on» Ok »To validate the procedure.
Your folders or files are now hidden on your OnePlus 6. That said, you can't view them either. If you want to show your folders and files again hidden , the process is just as simple:
- Go to file manager from your phone
- Press the menu » Settings »
- then deactivate the option " Hide system files ". At this point in the procedure, on a number of data manager applications, you may have to choose " Show hidden files And activate the button.
To make them reappear permanently, you will need to rename them again in a very simple way by removing the “. " front.
Hide data on your OnePlus 6 using a third-party application
The alternative that you have just discovered is simple and fast, however it does not allow you to put your data in a safe place. Indeed, anyone who knows this maneuver can reach your precious files. So to properly hide your data on a OnePlus 6, the best solution 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 OnePlus 6, 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 OnePlus 6. 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.
If you wish, Privary saves your data in your Private google drive to avoid any loss of files in a problem situation with your OnePlus 6. However, this option is only accessible with the Premium version.
Hide OnePlus 6 sound files using Keepsafe
The Keepsafe , in free or paid version, will allow you to hide photos and videos above all. However, it is also very efficient at hiding the data of your OnePlus 6 by securing them using a password or authentication with a fingerprint. You can also lock each folder individually present in the application with specific codes for increased security.
The application allows in particular 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 phone, by entering your account and password on the application. Please note that this option is only accessible with the Premium offer.
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