Some files that you don't want to show to others? Or too confidential to leave them in the eyes of everyone? Many reasons can justify the desire to hide data on your smartphone. In fact, it is full of sensitive and personal data that should not fall into the hands of just anyone. And despite all the measures to secure your smartphone, there will always be a risk that someone will access it. This is why you will need to find the best way to hide files on your Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha . First we will see what techniques exist to manually hide your data on your Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha . Then we will see how to hide files from your Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha with an application .

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Hide files on your Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha manually

If you want to hide files on your Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha simply and quickly without having to download a third-party application, the manual procedure that we will now see is the one for you.

With file manager which is installed on your Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha, you have the option to hide one or more files by adding a simple “. ”In front of the latter's name. The file we are talking about will then no longer be visible on your smartphone. However, no reason to worry, it is only hidden and it will be very easy to find it. In this case, how does this process work:

  • Open the file manager of your Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha
  • 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 validate the process.

Your folders or files are now hidden on your Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha. However, it is not possible to consult them either. In the event that you want to display your folders and files again hidden , the process is just as easy:

  • See you in file manager from your smartphone
  • Press the menu » Settings  » 
  • then deactivate the option " Hide system files ". At this point in the procedure, on some data manager applications, you may have to click on » Show hidden files  And activate the option.

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

Hide data on your Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha with a third-party application

The alternative that you have just discovered is quick and easy, however, it does not provide the possibility of putting your data in a safe place. In fact, anyone familiar with this maneuver can discover your precious files. So to properly hide your data on a Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha, the safest thing 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.

In case you want hide an application on your Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha, 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 Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha. There is a free version and a paid version. The main advantage of this application compared to its competitors is that it allows 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 . Also, 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 want it, Privary saves your data in your Private google drive to avoid any data loss in the event of a mishap with your Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha. However, this option is only accessible with the Premium version.

Hide Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha sound files using Keepsafe

The Keepsafe , in free or paid version, will allow you to hide photos and videos above all. However, it is also very efficient at hiding the data of your Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha by securing them with a password or authentication with a fingerprint. You can also lock each folder individually present in the application with specific codes for additional security.

The application will allow, among other things, to create a private cloud inside which you can put your precious documents, data, videos and photos for future reference. 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 option is only accessible with the Premium offer.

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