A few documents that you don't feel like showing to others? Or too sensitive to leave them within everyone's reach? Various reasons can make you want to hide files on your smartphone. Indeed, the latter is full of sensitive and personal files that should not fall into the hands of anyone. And despite all the precautions to secure your smartphone, there will necessarily be a risk that someone can have access to it. This is the reason why you will have to find the best solution for hide files on your Samsung Galaxy A42 . To begin with, we will see what solutions exist to manually hide your files on your Samsung Galaxy A42 . And then we'll see how to hide files from your Samsung Galaxy A42 with an app .
Hide files on your Samsung Galaxy A42 manually
In the event that you want to hide files on your Samsung Galaxy A42 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 that you have on your Samsung Galaxy A42, you will be able to hide one or more files by adding a single “. ” in front of his name. The file in question will then no longer be visible on your smartphone. However, don't be afraid, 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 A42
- Select 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 confirm the operation.
Your folders or files are now hidden on your Samsung Galaxy A42. However, it is not possible to watch them either. In the event that you wish to view your folders and files again hidden , the process is just as easy:
- Go to file manager from your smartphone
- Click on the menu » Settings »
- then deactivate the option " Hide system files ". At this point in the procedure, on a number of file manager applications, you may need to click " Show hidden files And activate the button.
To make them reappear permanently, you will very easily have to rename them again by removing the “. " front.
Hide files on your Samsung Galaxy A42 with a third-party application
The solution you have just seen is quick and easy, however it does not allow you to put your files in a safe place. Indeed, anyone knowing this practice can access your precious files. So to properly hide your files on a Samsung Galaxy A42, 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 want hide an application on your Samsung Galaxy A42, discover all the solutions in this guide.
Hide files with the Privary app
The app Private is one of the applications best rated to secure and hide your files on a Samsung Galaxy A42. There is a free version and a paid version. The main advantage of this application compared to its competitors is that it will allow hiding 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 being questioned by your relatives.
In the event that you want it, Privary saves your data in your Private google drive to avoid any loss of files in the event of a problem with your Samsung Galaxy A42. However, this operation is only available with the Premium version.
Hide Samsung Galaxy A42 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 files on your Samsung Galaxy A42 by securing them with a password or fingerprint authentication. You can also lock each folder individually present in the application with unique codes for additional security.
The application allows for example to create a private cloud inside which you can put your precious documents, files, videos and photos to retrieve them later. Your files are therefore accessible at any time and from any smartphone, by entering your account and password on the application. Please note this feature is only available with the Premium offer.
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