Some documents that you don't want to share with those around you? Or too confidential to leave them for all to see? There are many reasons you can hide files on your smartphone. Indeed, this one is full of sensitive and personal files which should not fall into the hands of just anyone. And even if you take all measures to secure 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 way to hide files on your Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge . First we will see what techniques are there to manually hide your files on your Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge . And then we will see how to hide files from your Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge with an app .
Hide files on your Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge manually
If you want to hide files on your Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge simply and quickly without having to download a third-party application, the manual method that we will now discover is the one you need.
With file manager which is installed on your Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge, it is possible 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 displayed on your smartphone. However, do not be worried, it is only hidden and it will be very easy to find it. In this case, how does this process work:
- Open the file manager of your Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge
- 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.
- 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 S6 Edge. However, you can't watch them either. In the event that you want to display your folders and files again hidden , the process is just as simple:
- See you in file manager from your smartphone
- Click on the menu » Settings »
- then uncheck " 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 option.
To make them reappear permanently, you will have to very easily rename them again by removing the “. " front.
Hide files on your Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge with a third-party application
The trick that you have just seen is simple and fast, however it does not make your files safe. Indeed, anyone who knows this maneuver can access your precious files. So to properly hide your files on a Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge, the best solution 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 S6 Edge, 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 S6 Edge. There is a free version and a paid version. The main advantage of this application compared to its competitors is that it gives the opportunity 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.
In the event that you want it, Privary saves your data in your Private google drive to avoid any data loss in the event of a problem with your Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge. However this alternative is only available with the Premium version.
Hide Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge 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 efficient at hiding the files of your Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge 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 increased security.
The application allows in particular 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 smartphone, 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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