Some files that you don't want to share with those around you? Or too sensitive to leave them for all to see? Various reasons can justify the desire to hide files on its mobile phone. Indeed, the latter is full of sensitive and personal files that should not fall into the hands of just anyone. And despite all the measures to protect your phone, 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 way to hide files on your Samsung Galaxy A20 . To begin with, we will find out what solutions exist to manually hide your files on your Samsung Galaxy A20 . Then we will see how to hide files from your Samsung Galaxy A20 with an app .
Hide files on your Samsung Galaxy A20 manually
If you ever want to hide files on your Samsung Galaxy A20 simply and quickly without having to download a third-party application, the manual method that we are now going to discover is the one for you.
With file manager which is installed on your Samsung Galaxy A20, you will be able to hide one or more files by adding a simple “. ”In front of the latter's name. The file we are talking about will then no longer be visible on your mobile phone. However do not worry, it is only hidden and it will be very easy to find it. So, how does this approach work:
- Open the file manager of your Samsung Galaxy A20
- 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 option " reappoint »Then on» Ok »To validate the procedure.
Your folders or files are now hidden on your Samsung Galaxy A20. However, you can't watch them either. If you ever want to view your folders and files again hidden , the process is just as easy:
- See you in file manager from your mobile phone
- Click on the menu » Settings »
- then uncheck " Hide system files ". At this step, on some file manager applications, you may need to select " Show hidden files And activate the option.
In order for them to be visible again, it will be very easy to rename them again by removing the “. " front.
Hide files on your Samsung Galaxy A20 with a third-party application
The solution that you have just discovered is quick and easy, however it does not allow you to put your files in a safe place. Indeed, anyone who knows this maneuver can discover your precious documents. So to properly hide your files on a Samsung Galaxy A20, the best solution will be to call a third party application as we will now see with two of the most powerful apps on the Google Play Store.
If you want hide an application on your Samsung Galaxy A20, 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 a Samsung Galaxy A20. 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 method 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 ever you want, Privary saves your data in your Private google drive to avoid data loss in the event of a problem with your Samsung Galaxy A20. However, this alternative is only accessible with the Premium version.
Hide Samsung Galaxy A20 sound files using 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 A20 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 allows for example to create a private cloud where you can store your precious documents, files, videos and photos for later reference. 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 accessible with the Premium offer.
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