A few files that you don't want to share with those around you? Or too confidential to leave them within everyone's reach? Many reasons can justify the desire to hide files on your phone. In fact, this one is full of sensitive and personal files that should not fall into the hands of just anyone. And despite all the precautions to secure your device, there will necessarily be a risk that someone will access it. This is why you will have to find the best way to hide files on your Xiaomi 12T . First, we will find out what solutions exist to manually hide your files on your Xiaomi 12T . And then we will see how to hide the files of your Xiaomi 12T using an application .

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Hide files on your Xiaomi 12T manually

If you ever want to hide files on your Xiaomi 12T simply and quickly without having to download a specific application, the manual method that we are going to see now is the one that suits you.

With file manager which is installed on your Xiaomi 12T, it is possible to hide one or more files by adding a single “. ” in front of his name. The file in question will then no longer be visible on your phone. However, no reason to worry, it is just hidden and it will be very easy to find it. So how does this approach work:

  • Open the file manager of your Xiaomi 12T
  • 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 procedure.

Your folders or files are now hidden on your Xiaomi 12T. However, it is not possible to consult them either. If you ever want to view your folders and files again hidden , the process is just as easy:

  • See you in file manager from your phone
  • Press the menu » Settings  » 
  • then uncheck " Hide system files ". At this point in the procedure, on a number of file manager applications, you may need to choose " Show hidden files  And activate the button.

In order for them to be visible again, you will simply have to rename them again by removing the “. " front.

Hide files on your Xiaomi 12T using a specific application

The trick you have just seen is quick and easy, however it does not allow you to secure your files. In fact, anyone familiar with this practice can discover your valuable documents. So to properly hide your files on a Xiaomi 12T, 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.

If you ever want hide an application on your Xiaomi 12T, discover all the solutions in this article.

Hide files with the Privary app

The app Private is one of the applications top rated to secure and hide your files on a Xiaomi 12T. There is a free version and a paid version. The main advantage of this application compared to its competitors is that it will allow hiding 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, a good solution to be sure not to arouse suspicion and to avoid being interrogated by your relatives.

If ever 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 Xiaomi 12T. However this option is only available with the Premium version.

Hide files from Xiaomi 12T sound 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 of your Xiaomi 12T by securing them with a password or fingerprint authentication. You can also 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 where you can store your sensitive documents, files, videos and photos for later recovery. Your files are therefore accessible at any time and from any phone, by entering your account and password on the application. Please note this function is only available with the Premium offer.

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