A few folders that you don't want to show to others? Or too personal to leave them within everyone's reach? Many reasons can make you want to hide files on his mobile phone. In fact, this one is full of sensitive and personal files that should not fall into the hands of anyone. And even if you take every precaution to secure your mobile phone, there will always be a risk that someone will gain access to it. That's why you're going to have to find the best way to hide files on your Samsung Galaxy S22 . First, we'll see what solutions exist to manually hide your files on your Samsung Galaxy S22 . And then we will see how to hide files from your Samsung Galaxy S22 using an application .
Hide files on your Samsung Galaxy S22 manually
If you want to hide files on your Samsung Galaxy S22 simply and quickly without having to download a third-party application, the manual procedure that we are going to see from now on is the one for you.
With file manager which is installed on your Samsung Galaxy S22, it is possible to hide 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 mobile phone. However, don't worry, it is only hidden and it will be very easy to find it. So how does this approach work:
- Open the file manager of your Samsung Galaxy S22
- 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 just before the name of the file or folder.
- Once again press the option » reappoint »Then on» Ok To confirm the procedure.
Your folders or files are now hidden on your Samsung Galaxy S22. However, you cannot consult them either. If you want to show your folders and files again hidden , the process is just as simple:
- Go to file manager from your mobile phone
- Press the menu » Settings »
- then deactivate the option " Hide system files ". At this step, on some file manager applications, you may need to click " Show hidden files And activate the option.
To make them reappear permanently, it will very easily be necessary to rename them again by removing the “. " front.
Hide files on your Samsung Galaxy S22 using a third-party application
The alternative that you have just discovered is simple and fast, however, it does not allow you to put your files in a safe place. In fact, anyone knowing this practice can reach your precious files. So to properly hide your files on a Samsung Galaxy S22, the safest way 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 case you want hide an application on your Samsung Galaxy S22, discover all the solutions in this article.
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 S22. There is a free version and a paid version. The main advantage of this application compared to its competitors is that it gives an opportunity 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, a good solution to be sure not to arouse suspicion and to 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 problem with your Samsung Galaxy S22. However, this operation is only available with the Premium version.
Hide Samsung Galaxy S22 sound files using Keepsafe
The Keepsafe , in free or paid version, allows you to hide photos and videos above all. However, it is also very efficient in hiding the files of your Samsung Galaxy S22 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 inside which you can put your sensitive documents, files, videos and photos to consult 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 this feature is only available with the Premium offer.
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