A few files that you don't want to share with those around you? Or too personal to leave them within everyone's reach? Various reasons can justify the desire to hide files on your mobile phone. Indeed, this one is full of sensitive and personal files that should not fall into the hands of anyone. And despite all the measures to protect your phone, there will necessarily be a risk that someone will access it. This is the reason why you will have to find the best solution for hide files on your Xiaomi 11 . First, we will find out what techniques exist to manually hide your files on your Xiaomi 11 . Then we will find out how to hide the files of your Xiaomi 11 with an application .
Hide files on your Xiaomi 11 manually
In the event that you want to hide files on your Xiaomi 11 simply and quickly without having to download a third-party application, the manual method that we will now discover is the one for you.
With file manager which is installed on your Xiaomi 11, you have the possibility to hide one or more files by adding a simple “. ” in front of his name. The file concerned will then no longer be visible on your mobile phone. However, do not be afraid, it is only hidden and it will be very easy to find it. In that case, how does this procedure work:
- Open the file manager of your Xiaomi 11
- 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.
- Once again press the option » reappoint »Then on» Ok To confirm the operation.
Your folders or files are now hidden on your Xiaomi 11. However, you cannot view them either. In the event that you want to display 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 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, it will very easily be necessary to rename them again by removing the “. " front.
Hide files on your Xiaomi 11 with a third-party application
The solution you have just seen is quick and easy, however it does not allow you to secure your files. Indeed, anyone knowing this scheme can access your precious documents. So to properly hide your files on a Xiaomi 11, the safest way will be to use a third party application as we will now see with two of the most successful apps on the Google Play Store.
If you ever want hide an application on your Xiaomi 11, discover all the solutions in this article.
Hide files with the Privary app
The app Private is one of the applications top rated to protect and hide your files on a Xiaomi 11. 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 . In addition, 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.
In the event that you wish, Privary saves your data in your Private google drive to avoid any loss of files in the event of a problem with your Xiaomi 11. However, this option is only available with the Premium version.
Hide Xiaomi 11 sound files using Keepsafe
The Keepsafe , in free or paid version, gives the opportunity to hide photos and videos above all. However, it is also very good at hiding files on your Xiaomi 11 by securing them with a password or fingerprint authentication. You can additionally lock each folder individually present in the application with specific codes for increased security.
The application allows among other things to create a private cloud in which you can put 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 password on the application. Please note this feature is only available with the Premium offer.
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