Some documents that you do not assume? Or too sensitive to leave them for all to see? There are various reasons for you to hide files on your mobile phone. Indeed, the latter 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 is bound to be a risk that someone will 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 Note 4 . First we will see what techniques are there to manually hide your files on your Samsung Galaxy Note 4 . After that we will see how to hide files from your Samsung Galaxy Note 4 using an application .
Hide files on your Samsung Galaxy Note 4 manually
If you want to hide files on your Samsung Galaxy Note 4 simply and quickly without having to download a specific application, the manual method that we will now discuss is the one you need.
With file manager which is installed on your Samsung Galaxy Note 4, you can 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 mobile phone. But don't be worried, it is only concealed 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 Note 4
- Choose 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 process.
Your folders or files are now hidden on your Samsung Galaxy Note 4. However, it is not possible to 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 deactivate the option " Hide system files ". At this point in the procedure, on some file manager applications, you may need to click " Show hidden files And activate the button.
In order for them to be visible again, you will simply have to rename them again by removing the “. " front.
Hide files on your Samsung Galaxy Note 4 using a specific application
The solution that you have just seen is easy and fast however it does not give the possibility to put your files in safety. Indeed, anyone familiar with this practice can discover your precious documents. So to properly hide your files on a Samsung Galaxy Note 4, 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.
If you ever want hide an application on your Samsung Galaxy Note 4, 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 Note 4. There is a free version and a paid version. The main advantage of this application compared to its competitors is that it allows 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 . 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 wish, Privary saves your data in your Private google drive to avoid any loss of files in a mishap with your Samsung Galaxy Note 4. However, this alternative is only accessible with the Premium version.
Hide Samsung Galaxy Note 4 sound files with Keepsafe
The Keepsafe , in free or paid version, gives the opportunity to hide above all photos and videos. But it is also very powerful to hide the files of your Samsung Galaxy Note 4 by securing them using a password or authentication with fingerprint. You can still lock each folder individually present in the application with specific codes for additional security.
The application will allow, among other things, to create a private cloud inside which you can put your precious documents, files, videos and photos to recover them later. 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 feature is only accessible with the Premium offer.
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