Some files that you do not assume? Or too sensitive to leave them for everyone to see? There are many reasons that can cause you to hide files on your mobile phone. In fact, it is full of sensitive and personal files that should not fall into the hands of just anyone. And even if you take all measures to protect your device, there is bound to be a risk that someone will gain access to it. It is for this reason that you will have to find the best way to hide files on your Samsung W20 . First of all we will see what solutions are there to manually hide your files on your Samsung W20 . Then we will find out how to hide files from your Samsung W20 using an application .
Hide files on your Samsung W20 manually
If you want to hide files on your Samsung W20 simply and quickly without having to download a specific application, the manual solution that we will now see is the one for you.
With file manager which is installed on your Samsung W20, you have the option 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 visible on your mobile phone. However do not worry, it is just concealed and it will be very easy to find it. So how does this procedure work:
- Open the file manager of your Samsung W20
- 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 validate the operation.
Your folders or files are now hidden on your Samsung W20. However, you can't watch them either. If you want to show 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 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 button.
To make them reappear permanently, you will have to very easily rename them again by removing the “. " front.
Hide files on your Samsung W20 using a specific application
The trick you have just seen is quick and easy, however, it doesn't keep your files safe. In fact, anyone who knows this maneuver can get to your valuable documents. So to properly hide your files on a Samsung W20, the best solution will be to use a specific 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 W20. 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 accessible in the list of applications of the user, enough to avoid arousing suspicion and avoid being questioned by your relatives.
If you want, Privary saves your data in your Private google drive to avoid any loss of files in the event of a mishap with your Samsung W20. However, this operation is only accessible with the Premium version.
Hide Samsung W20 sound files using Keepsafe
The Keepsafe , in free or paid version, gives the opportunity to hide above all photos and videos. However, it is also very powerful for hiding the files of your Samsung W20 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 allows in particular to create a private cloud in which you can put your precious documents, files, videos and photos to recover them later. Your files are 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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