Some files that you don't want to show to others? Or too confidential to leave them accessible to everyone? There are many reasons that can justify the desire to hide data on your phone. Indeed, the latter is full of sensitive and personal data 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. This is the reason why you will have to find the best way to hide files on your Samsung Galaxy J1 . To begin with, we will find out what techniques exist to manually hide your data on your Samsung Galaxy J1 . After that we will see how to hide files from your Samsung Galaxy J1 with an app .
Hide files on your Samsung Galaxy J1 manually
If you want to hide files on your Samsung Galaxy J1 simply and quickly without having to download a specific application, the manual solution that we are now going to discover is the one for you.
With file manager which is installed on your Samsung Galaxy J1, 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 displayed on your phone. However, no reason to worry, it is only 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 J1
- 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 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 J1. However, you can't watch 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 phone
- Click on the menu » Settings »
- then uncheck " Hide system files ". At this point in the procedure, on some data manager applications, you may have to choose " Show hidden files And activate the option.
To make them reappear permanently, you will have to very easily rename them again by removing the “. " front.
Hide data on your Samsung Galaxy J1 with a specific application
The trick that you have just discovered is quick and easy, however it does not allow you to put your data in a safe place. Indeed, anyone who knows this maneuver can reach your precious files. So to properly hide your data on a Samsung Galaxy J1, the best solution 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 want hide an application on your Samsung Galaxy J1, 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 J1. There is a free version and a paid version. The main advantage of this application over its competitors is that it will allow hiding data, photos and videos with a encryption solution for maximum security. Its access is made by entering a PIN code or digital print . Also, 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 interrogated by your relatives.
In the event that you want it, Privary saves your data in your Private google drive to avoid any loss of data in the event of a mishap with your Samsung Galaxy J1. However, this option is only accessible with the Premium version.
Hide Samsung Galaxy J1 sound files with Keepsafe
The Keepsafe , in free or paid version, allows you to hide photos and videos above all. However, it is also very powerful for hiding the data of your Samsung Galaxy J1 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 for example to create a private cloud inside which you can put your sensitive documents, data, videos and photos to retrieve them later. Your data is therefore available at any time and from any phone, by entering your account and password on the application. Please note that this function is only accessible with the Premium offer.
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