Samsung Galaxy phones come with a Secure Folder app that acts like an encrypted digital safe on your phone. You can hide apps and files in here, setting a password, PIN, or fingerprint scan to protect them.
To set up your safe, launch the Secure Folder app from your app drawer. Then follow the instructions on screen to set up the security lock. Once you’ve protected the app, use the Add apps and Add files buttons to drop new stuff into the Secure Folder, hidden away from anyone who might get access to your phone.
You can also use the Secure Folder in conjunction with regular apps like Camera and Calendar. Anything in these apps, such as photos and appointments, won’t appear in the regular apps elsewhere on the phone. You can even have duplicates of your social networking apps, as Facebook, and run separate accounts in the Secure Folder.
Had to download new message app, as secure folder wasn't accepting current message app. But none of my conversations are are showing on new one, why won't original message app showing all my messages go into secure folder?
Samsung Galaxy devices running on Android OS provide several methods to hide apps and files. Here are some options:
Use the Samsung Secure Folder: Samsung Secure Folder is a built-in feature that allows you to create a private, encrypted space on your Samsung Galaxy device to store apps, files, and other content. To use Secure Folder, follow these steps:
a. Open the App drawer and find the Samsung folder. b. Tap on the Samsung folder and locate the Secure Folder app. c. Tap on Secure Folder and follow the on-screen instructions to set it up. d. Once set up, you can move apps or files to the Secure Folder, and they will be hidden from the main app drawer and gallery.
That's correct! The Samsung Secure Folder app provides an extra layer of security for your sensitive information and allows you to keep your private data separate from your regular apps and files on your phone.
The app also provides additional features such as the ability to backup and restore your data, sync your data across multiple devices, and customize the settings to control how the app behaves.
It's important to note that while Secure Folder can help protect your data, it's not foolproof. It's still possible for someone with advanced hacking skills to gain access to your Secure Folder and its contents. Therefore, it's important to choose a strong password, PIN, or fingerprint scan and keep it secure. It's also a good idea to regularly back up your data and consider using additional security measures like two-factor authentication for your important accounts.
