Some documents that you don't want to show to others? Or too confidential to leave them in the eyes of everyone? Various reasons 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 will always be a risk that someone can 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 J7 2017 . First, we will find out what solutions exist to manually hide your data on your Samsung Galaxy J7 2017 . And then we'll see how to hide files from your Samsung Galaxy J7 2017 with an application .
Hide files on your Samsung Galaxy J7 2017 manually
If you want to hide files on your Samsung Galaxy J7 2017 simply and quickly without having to download a specific application, the manual technique that we are now going to cover is the one you need.
With file manager which is installed on your Samsung Galaxy J7 2017, you have the option 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 smartphone. However, no reason to worry, it is just hidden and it will be very easy to find it. In this case, how does this procedure work:
- Open the file manager of your Samsung Galaxy J7 2017
- Choose 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.
- Click once more on the option " reappoint »Then on» Ok To confirm the process.
Your folders or files are now hidden on your Samsung Galaxy J7 2017. However, you cannot view them either. In the event that you want to display your folders and files again hidden , the procedure is just as simple:
- Go to file manager from your smartphone
- Click on the menu » Settings »
- then uncheck " Hide system files ". At this point, on a number of data manager applications, you may need 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 data on your Samsung Galaxy J7 2017 with a specific application
The solution you have just discovered is quick and easy, however, it does not keep your data safe. Indeed, anyone who knows this maneuver can discover your precious files. So to properly hide your data on a Samsung Galaxy J7 2017, the best solution will be to use a specific application as we will now see with two of the most successful apps on the Google Play Store.
In case you want hide an application on your Samsung Galaxy J7 2017, discover all the solutions in this guide.
Hide files with the Privary app
The app Private is one of the applications top rated to secure and hide your files on a Samsung Galaxy J7 2017. There is a free version and a paid version. The main advantage of this application over its competitors is that it will allow you to hide data, photos and videos with a encryption technique 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, 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 any loss of files in the event of a mishap with your Samsung Galaxy J7 2017. However, this operation is only accessible with the Premium version.
Hide Samsung Galaxy J7 2017 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 J7 2017 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 in which you can put your precious documents, data, videos and photos for later retrieval. Your data is therefore accessible at any time and from any smartphone, 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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