Some files that you don't want to share with those around you? Or too personal to leave them accessible to everyone? There are various reasons that can make you want to hide files on your phone. In fact, it is full of sensitive and personal files that should not fall into the hands of just anyone. And despite all measures to protect your mobile phone, there will always be a risk that someone can gain access to it. This is why you are going to have to find the best way to hide files on your Samsung Galaxy M40 . To begin with, we will see what techniques exist to manually hide your files on your Samsung Galaxy M40 . After that we will see how to hide files from your Samsung Galaxy M40 using an application .
Hide files on your Samsung Galaxy M40 manually
If you want to hide files on your Samsung Galaxy M40 simply and quickly without having to download a third-party application, the manual method that we are now going to cover is the one for you.
With file manager you have on your Samsung Galaxy M40, 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 phone. However do not be afraid, 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 M40
- 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 at the start the name of the file or folder.
- Click once more on the option " reappoint »Then on» Ok To confirm the operation.
Your folders or files are now hide on your Samsung Galaxy M40. However, it is not possible to watch them either. If you want to show your folders and files again hidden , the process is just as simple:
- See you in file manager from your phone
- Click on the menu » Settings »
- then uncheck " Hide system files ". At this point, on a number of file manager applications, you may need to select " Show hidden files And activate the button.
In order for them to be visible again, you will need to very simply rename them again by removing the “. " front.
Hide files on your Samsung Galaxy M40 with a third-party application
The trick you have just seen is quick and easy, however, it doesn't keep your files safe. In fact, anyone familiar with this practice can access your valuable documents. So to properly hide your files on a Samsung Galaxy M40, the most secure 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 want hide an application on your Samsung Galaxy M40, discover all the solutions in this guide.
Hide files using the Privary app
The app Private is one of the applications best rated to protect and hide your files on a Samsung Galaxy M40. 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 files, 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 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 any loss of files in the event of a mishap with your Samsung Galaxy M40. However, this option is only available with the Premium version.
Hide Samsung Galaxy M40 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 files of your Samsung Galaxy M40 by securing them with a password or authentication with a 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 where you can store your sensitive documents, files, videos and photos for future reference. Your files are therefore accessible at any time and from any phone, by entering your account and password on the application. Please note that this function is only available with the Premium offer.
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