A few documents that you do not want to share with those around you? Or too personal to leave them within everyone's reach? Many reasons can justify the desire to hide files on your smartphone. Indeed, this one is full of sensitive and personal files that should not fall into the hands of anyone. And even if you take all the measures to secure your smartphone, there will always be a risk that someone will access it. This is why you are going to have to find the best way to hide files on your Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 . First we will see what solutions are there to manually hide your files on your Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 . After that we will see how to hide files from your Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 using an app .
Hide files on your Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 manually
If you ever want to hide files on your Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 simply and quickly without the need to download a specific application, the manual solution that we are going to see now is the one that suits you.
With file manager that you have on your Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4, you will be able to hide one or more files by adding a simple “. ” in front of his name. The file in question will then no longer be displayed on your smartphone. However, don't be worried, it is simply hidden and it will be very easy to find it. In that case, how does this procedure work:
- Open the file manager of your Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4
- 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.
- Once again press the option » reappoint »Then on» Ok To confirm the operation.
Your folders or files are now hidden on your Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4. 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 easy:
- Go to file manager from your smartphone
- Press the menu » Settings »
- then uncheck " Hide system files ". At this point, on a number of file manager applications, you may need to click " Show hidden files And activate the option.
To make them reappear permanently, you will very easily have to rename them again by removing the “. " front.
Hide files on your Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 using a specific application
The alternative that you have just seen is easy and fast but it does not allow you to secure your files. Indeed, anyone familiar with this practice can discover your precious documents. So to properly hide your files on a Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4, 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.
In case you want hide an application on your Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4, 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 Z Flip4. 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 files, photos and videos with a encryption solution 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.
If ever you want, Privary saves your data in your Private google drive to avoid any loss of data in the event of a problem with your Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4. However, this alternative is only accessible with the Premium version.
Hide files from your Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 using Keepsafe
The Keepsafe , in free or paid version, gives the opportunity to hide photos and videos above all. However, it is also very efficient for hiding the files on your Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 by securing them using a password or fingerprint authentication. You can additionally lock each folder individually present in the application with specific codes for additional security.
The application allows among other things 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 accessible at any time and from any smartphone, 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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