A few files that you don't want to share with those around you? Or too confidential to leave them within everyone's reach? There are many reasons you might want to hide files on their phone. Indeed, the latter is full of sensitive and personal files that should not fall into the hands of anyone. And despite all the measures to secure your phone, there will necessarily be a risk that someone will access it. It is for this reason that you will have to find the best solution for hide files on your Xiaomi 12X . First, we'll see what techniques exist to manually hide your files on your Xiaomi 12X . Then we will see how to hide files from your Xiaomi 12X using an app .

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Hide files on your Xiaomi 12X manually

In the event that you want to hide files on your Xiaomi 12X simply and quickly without having to download a specific application, the manual technique that we are going to see now is the one that suits you.

With file manager you have on your Xiaomi 12X, it is possible to hide one or more files by adding a simple “. ” in front of his name. The file in question will then no longer be displayed on your phone. However, do not be afraid, it is only hidden and it will be very easy to find it. If so, how does this approach work:

  • Open the file manager of your Xiaomi 12X
  • 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.  
  • Press once more on the setting » reappoint  »Then on» Ok  »To validate the operation.

Your folders or files are now hidden on your Xiaomi 12X. That said, you can't watch them either. In the event that you want to view your folders and files again hidden , the process is just as simple:

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

To make them reappear definitively, it will be necessary in a very simple way to rename them again by removing the “. " front.

Hide files on your Xiaomi 12X using a specific application

The solution you have just discovered is simple and quick, however it does not allow you to put your files in a safe place. Indeed, anyone knowing this scheme can discover your precious files. So to properly hide your files on a Xiaomi 12X, the best solution will be to call on a specific application as we will now see with two of the most powerful apps on the Google Play Store.

In the event that you wish hide an application on your Xiaomi 12X, 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 Xiaomi 12X. 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 technique for maximum security. Its access is made by entering a PIN code or digital print . In addition, the application is not visible 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 wish, Privary saves your data in your Private google drive to avoid any loss of data in the event of a mishap with your Xiaomi 12X. That said, this alternative is only accessible with the Premium version.

Hide Xiaomi 12X 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 good at hiding your Xiaomi 12X files by securing them with a password or fingerprint authentication. You can additionally lock each folder individually present in the application with specific codes for additional security.

The application will allow for example to create a private cloud inside which you can store your precious documents, files, videos and photos to consult them later. Your files are therefore available at any time and from any phone, by entering your account and password on the application. Please note this option is only available with the Premium offer.

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