Some documents that you don't want to show to others? Or too personal to leave them accessible to everyone? There are various reasons that can make you want to hide data on your mobile phone. In fact, it 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 smartphone, there is bound to be a risk that someone may gain access to it. That is why you will have to find the best solution for hide files on your OnePlus 7T . To begin with, we will see what solutions exist to manually hide your data on your OnePlus 7T . After that we will find out how to hide files from your OnePlus 7T with an application .

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Hide files on your OnePlus 7T manually

In the event that you want to hide files on your OnePlus 7T simply and quickly without having to download a third-party application, the manual manipulation that we will now discover is the one you need.

With file manager that you have on your OnePlus 7T, you can 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 displayed on your mobile phone. However do not be worried, it is only concealed and it will be very easy to find it. So, how does this procedure work:

  • Open the file manager of your OnePlus 7T
  • Click on 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.  
  • Once again press the option » reappoint  »Then on» Ok  To confirm the procedure.

Your folders or files are now hidden on your OnePlus 7T. 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:

  • See you in file manager from your mobile phone
  • Press the menu » Settings  » 
  • then deactivate the option " Hide system files ". At this point, on a number of data manager applications, you may need to choose " 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 data on your OnePlus 7T with a third-party application

The solution that you have just discovered is quick and easy, however it does not allow you to put your data in a safe place. In fact, anyone who knows this trick can access your precious files. So to properly hide your data on a OnePlus 7T, the safest 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 ever want hide an application on your OnePlus 7T, discover all the solutions in this guide.

Hide files using the Privary app

The app Private is one of the applications top rated to protect and hide your files on a OnePlus 7T. 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, enough to avoid arousing suspicion and avoid being questioned by your relatives.

In the event that you wish, Privary saves your data in your Private google drive to avoid any loss of files in the event of a problem with your OnePlus 7T. However, this alternative is only accessible with the Premium version.

Hide OnePlus 7T 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 efficient at hiding the data of your OnePlus 7T by securing them with a password or authentication with a fingerprint. You can still lock each folder individually present in the application with specific codes for increased security.

The application allows for example to create a private cloud where you can store your precious documents, data, videos and photos for later consultation. 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 feature is only accessible with the Premium offer.

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