Some documents that you do not assume? Or too sensitive to leave them within the reach of all? There are many reasons that can make you want to hide data on your mobile phone. Indeed, the latter is full of sensitive and personal data that should not fall into the hands of just anyone. And even if you take all measures to protect your mobile phone, there is bound to be a risk that someone can gain access to it. It is for this reason that you will have to find the best solution for hide files on your Samsung Galaxy S9 plus . To begin with, we will see what solutions are there to manually hide your data on your Samsung Galaxy S9 plus . After that we will see how to hide files from your Samsung Galaxy S9 plus using an app .

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Hide files on your Samsung Galaxy S9 plus manually

If ever you want to hide files on your Samsung Galaxy S9 more simply and quickly without needing to download a specific application, the manual method that we are now going to cover is the one for you.

With file manager which is installed on your Samsung Galaxy S9 plus, 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 mobile phone. However, no reason to worry, it is only hidden 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 S9 plus
  • Select 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.  
  • Click once more on the option " reappoint  »Then on» Ok  To confirm the procedure.

Your folders or files are now hide on your Samsung Galaxy S9 plus. However, it is not possible to consult 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
  • Click on the menu » Settings  » 
  • then uncheck " Hide system files ". At this point in the procedure, on some data manager applications, you may have to click on » Show hidden files  And activate the option.

To make them reappear permanently, you will simply have to rename them again by removing the “. " front.

Hide data on your Samsung Galaxy S9 plus using a specific application

The solution that you have just seen is simple and fast but it does not give the possibility of putting your data in a safe place. Indeed, anyone who knows this maneuver can reach your precious files. So to properly hide your data on a Samsung Galaxy S9 plus, the safest will be to use a specific application as we will now see with two of the most powerful apps on the Google Play Store.

If you want hide an application on your Samsung Galaxy S9 plus, discover all the solutions today.

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 S9 plus. There is a free version and a paid version. The main advantage of this application compared to its competitors is that it allows you to hide data, photos and videos with a encryption method 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, enough to avoid arousing suspicion and avoid arousing the curiosity of some people.

If ever you want, Privary saves your data in your Private google drive to avoid any data loss in the event of a mishap with your Samsung Galaxy S9 plus. However, this option is only accessible with the Premium version.

Hide Samsung Galaxy S9 plus 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 S9 plus by securing them using 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 allow, among other things, to create a private cloud inside which you can store your precious documents, data, videos and photos for later consultation. 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 feature is only accessible with the Premium offer.

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