A few files that you don't want to share with those around you? Or too personal to leave them for everyone to see? Various reasons can make you want to hide files on his mobile phone. Indeed, the latter is full of sensitive and personal files that should not fall into the hands of just anyone. And even if you take every precaution to secure your phone, there will necessarily be a risk that someone will gain access to it. That's why you're going to have to find the best way to hide files on your Vivo Y52 . First, we will find out what solutions exist to manually hide your files on your Vivo Y52 . After that we will see how to hide the files of your Vivo Y52 using an application .

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Hide files on your Vivo Y52 manually

In the event that you want to hide files on your Vivo Y52 simply and quickly without having to download a specific application, the manual method that we will now discuss is the one that suits you.

With file manager you have on your Vivo Y52, you will be able to hide one or more files by adding a single “. ” in front of his name. The file concerned will then no longer be displayed on your mobile phone. However, do not be afraid, 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 Vivo Y52
  • Select 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.  
  • Press once more on the setting » reappoint  »Then on» Ok  To validate the process.

Your folders or files are now hidden on your Vivo Y52. However, it is not possible to consult them either. In the event that you want to view your folders and files again hidden , the procedure is just as easy:

  • Go to file manager from your mobile phone
  • Press the menu » Settings  » 
  • then deactivate the option " Hide system files ". At this step, on some file manager applications, you may need to click " Show hidden files  And activate the button.

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

Hide files on your Vivo Y52 using a specific application

The trick you have just seen is quick and easy, however it does not allow you to put your files in a safe place. Indeed, anyone knowing this scheme can access your precious documents. So to properly hide your files on a Vivo Y52, the safest way will be to use a specific application as we will now see with two of the most powerful apps on the Google Play Store.

In case you want hide an application on your Vivo Y52, discover all the solutions in this article.

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 Y52. 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 files, 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, a good solution to be sure not to arouse suspicion and to avoid being interrogated by your relatives.

In the event that you want it, Privary saves your data in your Private google drive to avoid any loss of data in the event of a problem with your Vivo Y52. However, this operation is only accessible with the Premium version.

Hide Vivo Y52 sound files with Keepsafe

The Keepsafe , in free or paid version, will allow you to hide photos and videos above all. However, it is also very efficient in hiding the files of your Vivo Y52 by securing them with a password or fingerprint authentication. You can still 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 in which you can store your precious documents, files, videos and photos to retrieve them later. Your files are therefore available at any time and from any mobile phone, by entering your account and your password on the application. Please note this feature is only available with the Premium offer.

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