Some files that you don't want to show to others? Or too sensitive to leave them for everyone to see? There are many reasons that can cause you to hide files on your mobile 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 every precaution to protect your smartphone, there will always be a risk that someone will 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 A5 2017 . First of all, let's see what techniques exist to manually hide your files on your Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 . After that we will find out how to hide files from your Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 with an application .
Hide files on your Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 manually
In the event that you want to hide files on your Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 simply and quickly without having to download a specific application, the manual manipulation that we will now discuss is the one for you.
With file manager you have on your Samsung Galaxy A5 2017, 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 visible on your mobile phone. However, no reason to 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 Samsung Galaxy A5 2017
- Click on 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 setting » reappoint »Then on» Ok To confirm the manipulation.
Your folders or files are now hidden on your Samsung Galaxy A5 2017. However, you cannot view them either. In the event that you want to display your folders and files again hidden , the procedure 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 point in the procedure, on some file 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 files on your Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 with a specific application
The trick that you have just seen is quick and easy, however it does not allow you to put your files in a safe place. Indeed, anyone who knows this trick can access your precious documents. So to properly hide your files on a Samsung Galaxy A5 2017, the safest thing will be to use a specific application as we will now see with two of the most powerful apps on the Google Play Store.
If you ever want hide an application on your Samsung Galaxy A5 2017, discover all the solutions in this article.
Hide files with the Privary app
The app Private is one of the applications top rated to protect and hide your files on Samsung Galaxy A5 2017. There is a free version and a paid version. The main advantage of this application compared to its competitors is that it allows you to hide files, photos and videos with a encryption manipulation for maximum security. Its access is made by entering a PIN code or digital print . In addition, the application is not accessible in the list of applications of the user, enough to avoid arousing suspicion and 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 mishap with your Samsung Galaxy A5 2017. However, this operation is only accessible with the Premium version.
Hide Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 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 A5 2017 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 in particular make it possible 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 available at any time and from any mobile phone, by entering your account and password on the application. Please note that this feature is only accessible with the Premium offer.
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