Some documents that you do not assume? Or too confidential to leave them accessible to everyone? There are various reasons why you hide data on your mobile phone. In fact, it is full of sensitive and personal data that should not fall into the hands of just anyone. And despite all precautions to protect your mobile phone, there is always a risk that someone will access it. That is why you will have to find the best solution for hide files on your Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge . First, we will find out what solutions are there to manually hide your data on your Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge . Then we will see how to hide files from your Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge with an app .
Hide files on your Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge manually
In the event that you want to hide files on your Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge simply and quickly without having to download a specific application, the manual manipulation that we will now see is the one for you.
With file manager which is installed on your Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge, you will be able 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 mobile phone. However do not be worried, it is only concealed 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 S7 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 setting » reappoint »Then on» Ok »To validate the manipulation.
Your folders or files are now hidden on your Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge. However, it is not possible to consult them either. In the event that you want to display your folders and files again hidden , the process is just as easy:
- See you in file manager from your mobile phone
- Click on the menu » Settings »
- then deactivate the option " Hide system files ". At this stage, on some data 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 data on your Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge with a specific application
The trick you just learned is quick and easy, but it doesn't keep your data safe. In fact, anyone who knows this maneuver can get to your valuable documents. So to properly hide your data on a Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge, 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.
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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 S7 Edge. There is a free version and a paid version. The main advantage of this application over its competitors is that it will allow you to hide data, photos and videos with a encryption manipulation 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.
In the event that 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 S7 Edge. However this option is only available with the Premium version.
Hide Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge 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 S7 Edge 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 additional security.
The application will in particular make it possible to create a private cloud where you can store your sensitive documents, data, videos and photos for later retrieval. Your data is therefore available at any time and from any mobile phone, 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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