Some files that you don't want to show to others? Or too sensitive to leave them for all to see? There are many reasons that can make you want to hide data on your mobile phone. Indeed, it is full of sensitive and personal data that should not fall into the hands of just anyone. And despite all the precautions to protect your mobile phone, there will necessarily be a risk that someone will gain access to it. This is the reason why you will have to find the best way to hide files on your Samsung Galaxy S6 . First we will see what techniques exist to manually hide your data on your Samsung Galaxy S6 . Then we will see how to hide files from your Samsung Galaxy S6 using an application .
Hide files on your Samsung Galaxy S6 manually
If you ever want to hide files on your Samsung Galaxy S6 simply and quickly without having to download a third-party application, the manual technique that we will now discover is the one you need.
With file manager which is installed on your Samsung Galaxy S6, it is possible to hide one or more files by adding a simple “. ”In front of the latter's name. The affected file will then no longer be displayed on your mobile phone. However, do not be worried, it is only hidden and it will be very easy to find it. So how does this procedure work:
- Open the file manager of your Samsung Galaxy S6
- 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.
- Once again press the option » reappoint »Then on» Ok To confirm the manipulation.
Your folders or files are now hide on your Samsung Galaxy S6. However, it is not possible to watch them either. If you ever want to view your folders and files again hidden , the procedure 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 point in the procedure, on some data manager applications, you may need to select " Show hidden files And activate the button.
To make them reappear permanently, it will very easily be necessary to rename them again by removing the “. " front.
Hide data on your Samsung Galaxy S6 with a third-party application
The solution that you have just discovered is simple and fast, however it does not allow you to put your data in a safe place. Indeed, anyone familiar with this practice can reach your precious documents. So to properly hide your data on a Samsung Galaxy S6, the safest 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.
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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 S6. 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 data, photos and videos with a encryption technique 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, a good solution to be sure not to arouse suspicion and to 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 data in the event of a mishap with your Samsung Galaxy S6. However, this alternative is only accessible with the Premium version.
Hide Samsung Galaxy S6 sound files with Keepsafe
The Keepsafe , in free or paid version, will allow you to hide photos and videos above all. However, it is also very efficient at hiding the data of your Samsung Galaxy S6 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 will in particular make it possible to create a private cloud inside which you can put your precious documents, data, videos and photos for future reference. Your data is therefore accessible at any time and from any mobile phone, by entering your account and password on the application. Please note that this function is only accessible with the Premium offer.
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