Some documents that you do not assume? Or too sensitive to leave them in full view? Various reasons can lead you to hide data on his smartphone. Indeed, it is full of sensitive and personal data that should not fall into the hands of just anyone. And even if you take every precaution to secure your device, there will always be a risk of someone gaining access to it. This is the reason why you will have to find the best solution for hide files on your Vivo X80 . To begin with, we will find out what techniques are there to manually hide your data on your Vivo X80 . After that we will see how to hide the files of your Vivo X80 using an application .

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Hide files on your Vivo X80 manually

If you want to hide files on your Vivo X80 simply and quickly without the need 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 Vivo X80, you can hide one or more files by adding a single “. ” in front of his name. The file concerned will then no longer be visible on your smartphone. However, don't worry, it is only hidden and it will be very easy to find it. So how does this approach work:

  • Open the file manager of your Vivo X80
  • Choose 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.  
  • Once again press the option » reappoint  »Then on» Ok  »To validate the operation.

Your folders or files are now hidden on your Vivo X80. However, it is not possible to watch them either. If you want to show your folders and files again hidden , the process is just as simple:

  • Go to file manager from your smartphone
  • Press the menu » Settings  » 
  • then deactivate the option " Hide system files ". At this step, on some data manager applications, you may need to select " 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 Vivo X80 using a third-party application

The solution you have just seen is simple and quick, however it does not allow you to secure your data. Indeed, anyone knowing this maneuver can discover your precious documents. So to properly hide your data on a Vivo X80, the safest way 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.

If you want hide an application on your Vivo X80, discover all the solutions in this guide.

Hide files with the Privary app

The app Private is one of the applications best rated to secure and hide your files on a Vivo X80. 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 . In addition, 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 want, Privary saves your data in your Private google drive to avoid any loss of data in a mishap with your Vivo X80. However, this option is only accessible with the Premium version.

Hide Vivo X80 sound files with Keepsafe

The Keepsafe , in free or paid version, gives the opportunity to hide photos and videos above all. However, it is also very efficient in hiding the data of your Vivo X80 by securing it with a password or authentication with fingerprint. You can additionally lock each folder individually present in the application with unique codes for increased 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 to consult them later. Your data is therefore available 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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