Some files that you do not assume? Or too personal to leave them for everyone to see? There are various reasons why you might want to hide data on your phone. Indeed, 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 device, there is bound to be a risk that someone can 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 S8 . First of all, let's see what techniques exist to manually hide your data on your Samsung Galaxy S8 . And then we will see how to hide files from your Samsung Galaxy S8 with an app .
Hide files on your Samsung Galaxy S8 manually
If you want to hide files on your Samsung Galaxy S8 simply and quickly without having to download a third-party application, the manual procedure that we will now discuss is the one for you.
With file manager which is installed on your Samsung Galaxy S8, 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 phone. However do not be afraid, it is simply concealed and it will be very easy to find it. In this case, how does this procedure work:
- Open the file manager of your Samsung Galaxy S8
- 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 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 hidden on your Samsung Galaxy S8. However, you can't watch them either. If you want to show your folders and files again hidden , the procedure is just as simple:
- See you in file manager from your phone
- Click on 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 option.
In order for them to be visible again, it will be necessary to rename them again in a very simple way by removing the “. " front.
Hide data on your Samsung Galaxy S8 with a third-party application
The alternative that you have just seen is simple and fast, however it does not allow you to keep your data safe. Indeed, anyone who knows this maneuver can access your precious documents. So to properly hide your data on a Samsung Galaxy S8, 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 top rated to protect and hide your files on a Samsung Galaxy S8. 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 procedure for maximum security. Its access is made by entering a PIN code or digital print . Also, 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 being interrogated by your relatives.
If you wish, Privary saves your data in your Private google drive to avoid file loss in the event of a problem with your Samsung Galaxy S8. However, this alternative is only accessible with the Premium version.
Hide Samsung Galaxy S8 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 data of your Samsung Galaxy S8 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 will allow for example 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 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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