Some documents that you don't want to show to others? Or too confidential to leave them accessible to everyone? There are many reasons that can make you want to hide files on your mobile phone. Indeed, the latter is full of sensitive and personal files that should not fall into the hands of just anyone. And even if you take all measures to secure your smartphone, there will always be a risk that someone can gain access to it. It is for this reason that you will have to find the best solution for hide files on your Oppo K5 . First we will see what techniques exist to manually hide your files on your Oppo K5 . And then we will see how to hide the files of your Oppo K5 using an application .

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Hide files on your Oppo K5 manually

If you want to hide files on your Oppo K5 simply and quickly without having to download a third-party application, the manual procedure that we will now see is the one for you.

With file manager you have on your Oppo K5, 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. Nonetheless, don't worry, it's just covered up and it will be very easy to find it. In this case, how does this procedure work:

  • Open the file manager of your Oppo K5
  • 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 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 K5. That said, you can't view them either. In the event that you want to display your folders and files again hidden , the procedure is just as simple:

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

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

Hide files on your Oppo K5 with a third-party application

The solution that you have just seen is simple and fast, however, it does not give the possibility of putting your files in safety. Indeed, anyone who knows this maneuver can access your precious documents. So to properly hide your files on an Oppo K5, the best solution will be to call a third party application as we will now see with two of the most successful apps on the Google Play Store.

In case you want hide an application on your Oppo K5, discover all the solutions in this guide.

Hide files using the Privary app

The app Private is one of the applications best rated to secure and hide your files on Oppo K5. 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 files, 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.

In the event that you want it, Privary saves your data in your Private google drive to avoid data loss in the event of a problem with your Oppo K5. However, this operation is only available with the Premium version.

Hide Oppo K5 sound files with Keepsafe

The Keepsafe , in free or paid version, will allow you to hide photos and videos above all. However, it is also very powerful for hiding the files of your Oppo K5 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 additional security.

The application allows in particular to create a private cloud in which you can store your precious documents, files, videos and photos for later retrieval. Your files are 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 available with the Premium offer.

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