Some files that you do not assume? Or too confidential to leave them accessible to everyone? There are various reasons that can make you want to hide files on your phone. Indeed, it 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 device, there is always a risk that someone will gain access to it. This is the reason why you will have to find the best solution for hide files on your Samsung Galaxy A01 . First of all, we will see what techniques exist to manually hide your files on your Samsung Galaxy A01 . And then we will see how to hide files from your Samsung Galaxy A01 with an app .

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Hide files on your Samsung Galaxy A01 manually

If you want to hide files on your Samsung Galaxy A01 simply and quickly without having to download a third-party application, the manual technique that we will now discuss is the one you need.

With file manager which is installed on your Samsung Galaxy A01, you will be able to 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 phone. However do not worry, it is just hidden and it will be very easy to find it. So how does this approach work:

  • Open the file manager of your Samsung Galaxy A01
  • Select 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.  
  • Press once more on the setting » reappoint  »Then on» Ok  To confirm the manipulation.

Your folders or files are now hidden on your Samsung Galaxy A01. However, it is not possible to consult 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, on a number of file manager applications, you may need to select " Show hidden files  And activate the option.

For them to be visible again, you will have to very simply rename them again by removing the “. " front.

Hide files on your Samsung Galaxy A01 with a third-party application

The trick that you have just seen is simple and fast, however it does not make your files safe. Indeed, anyone familiar with this practice can access your precious documents. So to properly hide your files on a Samsung Galaxy A01, the most secure will be to use a third party application as we will now see with two of the most powerful apps on Google Play Store.

If you want hide an application on your Samsung Galaxy A01, discover all the solutions today.

Hide files with the Privary app

The app Private is one of the applications top rated to secure and hide your files on a Samsung Galaxy A01. 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 technique 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 you wish, Privary saves your data in your Private google drive to avoid any loss of data in the event of a mishap with your Samsung Galaxy A01. However, this operation is only available with the Premium version.

Hide Samsung Galaxy A01 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 powerful for hiding the files of your Samsung Galaxy A01 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 will allow, among other things, to create a private cloud inside which you can store your precious documents, files, videos and photos for later consultation. Your files are therefore accessible at any time and from any 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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