A few documents that you do not want to share with those around you? Or too confidential to leave them in view of everyone? Various reasons can justify the desire to hide data on your phone. Indeed, this one 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 device, there will always be a risk of someone gaining access to it. This is why you are going to have to find the best way to hide files on your Samsung Galaxy A13 . First we will see what techniques exist to manually hide your data on your Samsung Galaxy A13 . And then we will find out how to hide files from your Samsung Galaxy A13 with an app .

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Hide files on your Samsung Galaxy A13 manually

If you want to hide files on your Samsung Galaxy A13 simply and quickly without having to download a third-party application, the manual solution that we will now discuss is the one you need.

With file manager which is installed on your Samsung Galaxy A13, it is possible to hide one or more files by adding a single “. ” in front of his name. The file in question will then no longer be displayed on your phone. However, don't worry, it is only hidden and it will be very easy to find it. If so, how does this approach work:

  • Open the file manager of your Samsung Galaxy A13
  • 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.  
  • Press once more on the setting » reappoint  »Then on» Ok  »To validate the manipulation.

Your folders or files are now hidden on your Samsung Galaxy A13. However, you cannot consult them either. If you want to show your folders and files again hidden , the process is just as easy:

  • Go to file manager from your phone
  • Press the menu » Settings  » 
  • then deactivate the option " Hide system files ". At this step, on some data manager applications, you may have to choose " Show hidden files  And activate the button.

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

Hide data on your Samsung Galaxy A13 with a third-party application

The solution you have just seen is quick and easy, however it does not allow you to put your data in a safe place. Indeed, anyone knowing this maneuver can reach your precious files. So to properly hide your data on a Samsung Galaxy A13, the best solution will be to call on 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 Samsung Galaxy A13, discover all the solutions today.

Hide files with the Privary app

The app Private is one of the applications top rated to protect and hide your files on a Samsung Galaxy A13. 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 data, photos and videos with a encryption solution for maximum security. Its access is made by entering a PIN code or digital print . Also, the application cannot be accessed in the user's application list, a good solution to be sure not to arouse suspicion and to avoid arousing the curiosity of some people.

If you want, Privary saves your data in your Private google drive to avoid any loss of files in a problem situation with your Samsung Galaxy A13. However, this alternative is only available with the Premium version.

Hide Samsung Galaxy A13 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 efficient in hiding the data of your Samsung Galaxy A13 by securing it with a password or authentication with a fingerprint. You can additionally lock each folder individually present in the application with specific codes for additional security.

The application will in particular make it possible to create a private cloud inside which you can store your sensitive documents, data, videos and photos to consult them later. Your data is therefore available at any time and from any 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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