Some files that you do not assume? Or too personal to leave them accessible to everyone? There are various reasons that can cause you to hide files on your mobile phone. In fact, it is full of sensitive and personal files that should not fall into the hands of just anyone. And despite all the precautions to protect your phone, there will always be a risk that someone can gain access to it. This is the reason why you are going to have to find the best solution for hide files on your Samsung Galaxy J3 . To begin with, we will see what solutions are there to manually hide your files on your Samsung Galaxy J3 . After that we will see how to hide files from your Samsung Galaxy J3 using an application .
Hide files on your Samsung Galaxy J3 manually
If you want to hide files on your Samsung Galaxy J3 simply and quickly without having to download a third-party application, the manual procedure that we are now going to see is the one you need.
With file manager you have on your Samsung Galaxy J3, you have the option 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 displayed on your mobile phone. However, do not 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 J3
- 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.
- Once again press the option » reappoint »Then on» Ok To confirm the manipulation.
Your folders or files are now hide on your Samsung Galaxy J3. That said, you can't view them either. If you want to show your folders and files again hidden , the procedure is just as easy:
- Go to file manager from your mobile phone
- Press the menu » Settings »
- then uncheck " Hide system files ". At this step, 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 J3 with a third-party application
The solution you have just seen is quick and easy, but it does not allow you to put your files in a safe place. In fact, anyone who knows this trick can access your precious files. So to properly hide your files on a Samsung Galaxy J3, the best solution 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.
If you want hide an application on your Samsung Galaxy J3, discover all the solutions in this guide.
Hide files with the Privary app
The app Private is one of the applications top rated to protect and hide your files on a Samsung Galaxy J3. There is a free version and a paid version. The main advantage of this application over its competitors is that it allows you to hide files, photos and videos with a encryption procedure 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 arousing the curiosity of some people.
If you want, Privary saves your data in your Private google drive to avoid data loss in the event of a problem with your Samsung Galaxy J3. However, this alternative is only accessible with the Premium version.
Hide Samsung Galaxy J3 sound files with Keepsafe
The Keepsafe , in free or paid version, allows you to hide above all photos and videos. However, it is also very efficient at hiding the files of your Samsung Galaxy J3 by securing them with a password or authentication with a fingerprint. You can also lock each folder individually present in the application with unique codes for additional security.
The application will allow for example to create a private cloud where you can put your sensitive documents, files, videos and photos for later viewing. 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 function is only accessible with the Premium offer.
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