Some files that you do not assume? Or too sensitive to leave them within reach of everyone? 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 even if you take all measures to secure your mobile phone, there is bound to 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 A71 . To begin with, we will see what solutions are there to manually hide your files on your Samsung Galaxy A71 . Then we will find out how to hide files from your Samsung Galaxy A71 with an app .
Hide files on your Samsung Galaxy A71 manually
If you want to hide files on your Samsung Galaxy A71 simply and quickly without having to download a third-party application, the manual technique that we will now discuss is the one for you.
With file manager which is installed on your Samsung Galaxy A71, 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, do not be worried, it is just concealed and it will be very easy to find it. So how does this approach work:
- Open the file manager of your Samsung Galaxy A71
- 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 validate the operation.
Your folders or files are now hide on your Samsung Galaxy A71. Regardless, you can't watch 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 mobile phone
- Press the menu » Settings »
- then deactivate the option " Hide system files ". At this step, on some file manager applications, you may need to select " Show hidden files And activate the option.
To make them reappear permanently, you will simply have to rename them again by removing the “. " front.
Hide files on your Samsung Galaxy A71 with a third-party application
The solution you have just seen is quick and easy, however it does not provide the possibility to put your files in a safe place. Indeed, anyone who knows this maneuver can access your precious documents. So to properly hide your files on a Samsung Galaxy A71, the most secure will be to use a third party application as we will now see with two of the most successful apps on the Google Play Store.
If you ever want hide an application on your Samsung Galaxy A71, discover all the solutions in this guide.
Hide files using the Privary app
The app Private is one of the applications top rated to secure and hide your files on a Samsung Galaxy A71. 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 files in the event of a mishap with your Samsung Galaxy A71. However, this operation is only accessible with the Premium version.
Hide Samsung Galaxy A71 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 powerful for hiding the files of your Samsung Galaxy A71 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 additional security.
The application allows in particular to create a private cloud where you can store your sensitive documents, files, videos and photos for future 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 feature is only accessible with the Premium offer.
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