A few folders that you don't want to show to others? Or too confidential to leave them in view of everyone? Many reasons can make you want to hide data on your mobile phone. Indeed, it is full of sensitive and personal data that should not fall into the hands of just anyone. And despite all the measures to secure your mobile phone, there will always be a risk that someone can have access to it. That's why you'll have to find the best way to hide files on your OPPO Reno 8 . First, we will find out what solutions are there to manually hide your data on your OPPO Reno 8 . Then we will see how to hide the files of your OPPO Reno 8 using an application .
Hide files on your OPPO Reno 8 manually
In the event that you want to hide files on your OPPO Reno 8 simply and quickly without having to download a third-party application, the manual method that we are now going to discover is the one that suits you.
With file manager which is installed on your OPPO Reno 8, you will be able to hide one or more files by adding a single “. ” in front of his name. The file we are talking about will then no longer be visible on your mobile phone. However, don't worry, it is only hidden and it will be very easy to find it. So how does this procedure work:
- Open the file manager of your OPPO Reno 8
- Choose 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.
- Click once more on the option " reappoint »Then on» Ok »To validate the manipulation.
Your folders or files are now hidden on your OPPO Reno 8. However, it is not possible to consult them either. In the event that you want to view 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 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 simply have to rename them again by removing the “. " front.
Hide data on your OPPO Reno 8 using a third-party application
The solution you have just seen is simple and quick, however it does not allow you to secure your data. Indeed, anyone knowing this maneuver can discover your precious files. So to properly hide your data on an OPPO Reno 8, the safest way 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.
In the event that you wish hide an application on your OPPO Reno 8, discover all the solutions in this guide.
Hide files using the Privary app
The app Private is one of the applications top rated to secure and hide your files on an OPPO Reno 8. There is a free version and a paid version. The main advantage of this application over its competitors is that it gives an opportunity to hide data, photos and videos with a encryption method for maximum security. Its access is made by entering a PIN code or digital print . Also, the application is not accessible in the list of applications of the user, enough to avoid arousing suspicion and avoid arousing the curiosity of some people.
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 OPPO Reno 8. However, this option is only accessible with the Premium version.
Hide files from your OPPO Reno 8 with Keepsafe
The Keepsafe , in free or paid version, gives the opportunity to hide photos and videos above all. However, it is also very efficient in hiding the data of your OPPO Reno 8 by securing it with a password or authentication with fingerprint. You can also lock each folder individually present in the application with specific codes for additional security.
The application will allow, among other things, to create a private cloud in which you can put your sensitive documents, data, videos and photos to retrieve them later. Your data is therefore available at any time and from any mobile phone, by entering your account and password on the application. Please note this feature is only available with the Premium offer.
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