A few files that you don't want to share with those around you? Or too confidential to leave them open to everyone? Various reasons can lead you to hide data on his smartphone. Indeed, the latter is full of sensitive and personal data that should not fall into the hands of anyone. And even if you take all the measures to secure your phone, there will always be a risk that someone can gain access to it. That's why you're going to have to find the best way to hide files on your Samsung Galaxy M33 . First we will see what solutions exist to manually hide your data on your Samsung Galaxy M33 . After that we will see how to hide files from your Samsung Galaxy M33 using an app .

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Hide files on your Samsung Galaxy M33 manually

In the event that you want to hide files on your Samsung Galaxy M33 simply and quickly without having to download a third-party application, the manual method that we will now discover is the one that suits you.

With file manager which is installed on your Samsung Galaxy M33, you have the option of hiding one or more files by adding a simple “. ” in front of his name. The file in question will then no longer be visible on your smartphone. However, don't be worried, it is simply 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 M33
  • Select 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.  
  • Press once more on the setting » reappoint  »Then on» Ok  To confirm the operation.

Your folders or files are now hidden on your Samsung Galaxy M33. However, you cannot view them either. In the event that you want to view your folders and files again hidden , the procedure is just as easy:

  • See you in file manager from your smartphone
  • Press the menu » Settings  » 
  • then uncheck " Hide system files ". At this point in the procedure, on some data manager applications, you may have to click on » Show hidden files  And activate the option.

In order for them to be visible again, you will need to very simply rename them again by removing the “. " front.

Hide data on your Samsung Galaxy M33 using a third-party application

The solution you have just discovered is easy and quick, however it does not allow you to put your data in a safe place. Indeed, anyone knowing this maneuver can reach your precious documents. So to properly hide your data on a Samsung Galaxy M33, the best solution will be to use a third party application as we will now see with two of the most successful apps on the Google Play Store.

If you want hide an application on your Samsung Galaxy M33, discover all the solutions today.

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 M33. 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 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 wish, Privary saves your data in your Private google drive to avoid any loss of files in a mishap with your Samsung Galaxy M33. However, this option is only accessible with the Premium version.

Hide files from your Samsung Galaxy M33 using Keepsafe

The Keepsafe , in free or paid version, allows you to hide photos and videos above all. However, it is also very efficient for hiding the data of your Samsung Galaxy M33 by securing it using a password or authentication with a fingerprint. You can still lock each folder individually present in the application with specific codes for increased security.

The application allows for example to create a private cloud inside which you can store your sensitive documents, data, videos and photos to retrieve them later. Your data is therefore available at any time and from any smartphone, 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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