Some files that you do not assume? Or too confidential to leave them for everyone to see? There are many 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 even if you take all measures to protect your phone, there will still be a risk that someone will gain access to it. This is the reason why you are going to have to find the best way to hide files on your Samsung Galaxy S10 . First, we will find out what techniques exist to manually hide your files on your Samsung Galaxy S10 . Then we will find out how to hide files from your Samsung Galaxy S10 with an app .

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Hide files on your Samsung Galaxy S10 manually

If you ever want to hide files on your Samsung Galaxy S10 simply and quickly without having to download a third-party application, the manual procedure that we will now discover is the one that suits you.

With file manager that you have on your Samsung Galaxy S10, 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 phone. However do not be afraid, it is simply concealed and it will be very easy to find it. So how does this approach work:

  • Open the file manager of your Samsung Galaxy S10
  • 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.  
  • Press once more on the setting » reappoint  »Then on» Ok  To confirm the process.

Your folders or files are now hidden on your Samsung Galaxy S10. However, it is not possible to watch them either. If you ever want to view your folders and files again hidden , the process is just as simple:

  • See you in file manager from your phone
  • Press 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 option.

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

Hide files on your Samsung Galaxy S10 with a third-party application

The solution that you have just discovered is quick and easy, however, it does not provide the possibility of putting your files in a safe place. In fact, anyone familiar with this practice can discover your valuable documents. So to properly hide your files on a Samsung Galaxy S10, the safest will be to use a third party application as we will now see with two of the most powerful apps on Google Play Store.

In case you want hide an application on your Samsung Galaxy S10, discover all the solutions in this article.

Hide files with the Privary app

The app Private is one of the applications best rated to protect and hide your files on a Samsung Galaxy S10. 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 procedure for maximum security. Its access is made by entering a PIN code or digital print . In addition, 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 ever 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 S10. However, this alternative is only accessible with the Premium version.

Hide Samsung Galaxy S10 sound files with Keepsafe

The Keepsafe , in free or paid version, gives the opportunity to hide above all photos and videos. However, it is also very efficient at hiding the files of your Samsung Galaxy S10 by securing them with a password or authentication with a fingerprint. You can also lock each folder individually present in the application with specific codes for increased security.

The application allows in particular to create a private cloud where you can store your precious documents, files, videos and photos for later retrieval. Your files are therefore available at any time and from any phone, by entering your account and password on the application. Please note that this option is only accessible with the Premium offer.

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