Some documents that you don't want to show to others? Or too sensitive to leave them within the reach of all? There are many reasons you can hide files on your smartphone. In fact, the latter is full of sensitive and personal files that should not fall into the hands of just anyone. And despite all the precautions to protect your mobile phone, there is bound to be a risk that someone will access it. This is the reason why you will need to find the best solution for hide files on your Oppo . To begin with, we will find out what techniques are there to manually hide your files on your Oppo . After that we will see how to hide files from your Oppo using an application .

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Hide files on your Oppo manually

If you ever want to hide files on your Oppo simply and quickly without needing to download a third-party application, the manual method that we are now going to cover is the one for you.

With file manager that you have on your Oppo, you have the option of hiding 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 smartphone. However, no need to worry, it is just hidden and it will be very easy to find it. In this case, how does this procedure work:

  • Open your Oppo's file manager
  • 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.  
  • Click once more on the setting » reappoint  »Then on» Ok  To validate the process.

Your folders or files are now hidden on your Oppo. However, you cannot view 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 smartphone
  • Click on the menu » Settings  » 
  • then deactivate the option " Hide system files ". At this point in the procedure, on a number of file manager applications, you may need to click " Show hidden files  And activate the button.

To make them reappear permanently, it will very easily be necessary to rename them again by removing the “. " front.

Hide files on your Oppo with a third-party application

The alternative that you have just discovered is simple and fast, however it does not allow you to put your files in a safe place. In fact, anyone familiar with this practice can discover your valuable documents. So to properly hide your files on an Oppo, the best solution will be to use a third party application as we will now see with two of the most successful apps on the Google Play Store.

In the event that you want hide an application on your Oppo, discover all the solutions in this article.

Hide files using the Privary app

The app Private is one of the applications best rated to protect and hide your files on an Oppo. 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 files, photos and videos with a encryption method 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 arousing the curiosity of some people.

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 Oppo. However, this alternative is only available with the Premium version.

Hide Oppo 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 your Oppo files 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 increased security.

The application will allow, among other things, to create a private cloud in which you can put your sensitive documents, files, videos and photos to recover them later. 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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