Some files that you don't want to share with those around you? Or too personal to leave them for all to see? Various reasons can push you to hide files on his smartphone. Indeed, this one is full of sensitive and personal files which should not fall into the hands of just anyone. And even if you take all measures to secure your phone, there is always a risk that someone will gain access to it. It is for this reason that you will have to find the best solution for hide files on your Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime . First we will see what techniques exist to manually hide your files on your Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime . And then we will find out how to hide files from your Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime with an app .
Hide files on your Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime manually
If you want to hide files on your Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime simply and quickly without having to download a third-party application, the manual technique that we will now see is the one that suits you.
With file manager which is installed on your Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime, 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 smartphone. But no need to worry, it is only concealed and it will be very easy to find it. So how does this approach work:
- Open the file manager of your Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime
- 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 setting » reappoint »Then on» Ok To confirm the procedure.
Your folders or files are now hidden on your Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime. 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 simple:
- See you in file manager from your smartphone
- Click on the menu » Settings »
- then uncheck " Hide system files ". At this point in the procedure, on a number of file manager applications, you may need to choose " Show hidden files And activate the option.
To make them reappear permanently, you will very easily have to rename them again by removing the “. " front.
Hide files on your Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime with a third-party application
The trick you have just seen is quick and easy, however, it doesn't keep your files safe. Indeed, anyone who knows this practice can access your precious files. So to properly hide your files on a Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime, the safest thing 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 wish hide an application on your Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime, discover all the solutions in this guide.
Hide files using the Privary app
The app Private is one of the applications best rated to secure and hide your files on a Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime. There is a free version and a paid version. The main advantage of this application compared to its competitors is that it gives the opportunity 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, enough to avoid arousing suspicion and avoid being questioned by your relatives.
If you wish, Privary saves your data in your Private google drive to avoid data loss in the event of a problem with your Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime. However, this alternative is only accessible with the Premium version.
Hide Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime sound files using Keepsafe
The Keepsafe , in free or paid version, gives the opportunity to hide above all photos and videos. But it is also very efficient at hiding the files of your Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime by securing them with a password or authentication with fingerprint. You can still lock each folder individually present in the application with unique codes for additional security.
The application allows for example to create a private cloud in 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 smartphone, 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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