Some files that you do not assume? Or too personal to leave them accessible to everyone? There are many reasons that can justify the desire to hide data on your smartphone. Indeed, the latter is full of sensitive and personal data that should not fall into the hands of just anyone. And despite all the measures to secure your smartphone, there is bound to be a risk that someone may have access to it. It is for this reason that you will have to find the best solution for hide files on your Samsung Galaxy A9 . First we will see what techniques exist to manually hide your data on your Samsung Galaxy A9 . Then we will see how to hide files from your Samsung Galaxy A9 using an application .
Hide files on your Samsung Galaxy A9 manually
If you want to hide files on your Samsung Galaxy A9 simply and quickly without having to download a specific application, the manual method that we will now discover is the one that suits you.
With file manager that you have on your Samsung Galaxy A9, 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 smartphone. However do not worry, it is simply hidden and it will be very easy to find it. In this case, how does this process work:
- Open the file manager of your Samsung Galaxy A9
- 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.
- Once again press the option » reappoint »Then on» Ok To confirm the process.
Your folders or files are now hidden on your Samsung Galaxy A9. However, it is not possible to consult them either. In the event that you want to display your folders and files again hidden , the process is just as easy:
- See you in file manager from your smartphone
- Press the menu » Settings »
- then uncheck " Hide system files ". At this stage, on some data manager applications, you may need to click " Show hidden files And activate the button.
To make them reappear permanently, it will very easily be necessary to rename them again by removing the “. " front.
Hide data on your Samsung Galaxy A9 using a specific application
The solution that you have just discovered is quick and easy, however it does not keep your data safe. Indeed, anyone who knows this trick can access your precious documents. So to properly hide your data on a Samsung Galaxy A9, 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.
In the event that you wish hide an application on your Samsung Galaxy A9, 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 A9. 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 method for maximum security. Its access is made by entering a PIN code or digital print . Also, the application is not accessible in the list of applications of the user, enough to avoid arousing suspicion and avoid arousing the curiosity of some people.
If you wish, Privary saves your data in your Private google drive to avoid file loss in the event of a problem with your Samsung Galaxy A9. However this alternative is only available with the Premium version.
Hide Samsung Galaxy A9 sound files using 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 data of your Samsung Galaxy A9 by securing them with a password or authentication with a fingerprint. You can also lock each folder individually present in the application with specific codes for additional security.
The application allows among other things to create a private cloud inside which you can put your precious documents, data, videos and photos for later retrieval. Your data is therefore available 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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