Can you hide apps on your phone? Of course, you can. The modern smart devices are allowing you to use this feature when you need. Keeping certain apps hidden from prying eyes can be a privacy essential. This guide will explore methods for hiding apps on Samsung's specific features.
Method 1: Use the "Hide apps" feature to hide apps.
Step 1. Back to Samsung Home Screen and tap on Settings:
Step 2. Scroll down the Settings page to find the "Hide apps":
Step 3. Select the apps you want to hide:
Step 4. Tap Done button to apply the changes:
Step 5. To unhide apps from your Hidden list, tap the red minus beside your chosen apps:
Method 2: Use the "Secure Folder" feature to hide apps.
Secure Folder is a Samsung's unique feature that protects your private content, such as photos, notes and apps, from being accessed by others. It houses your private information in a separate secure area, even when your device is unlocked. You can also use multiple accounts on a single device by creating a copy of the app to be housed in Secure Folder.
Step 1. Swipe down to access your Quick Settings and tap on Secure Folder
If you are unable to access or locate Secure Folder via your Quick Settings, try heading into your Settings > Biometrics and security > Secure Folder.
Step 2. Tap on Continue
Step 3. Read through the Permissions and tap on Continue
Step 4. You will then be redirected to the Secure Folder lock type where you can choose from multiple primary and secondary lock types. These lock types can range from Patterns, PIN, Password & Fingerprints
Please Note: Available Biometric lock types will vary depending on your Galaxy device and the Android OS Version.
Step 5. Enter and re-confirm your selected lock type then click Next
Step 6. Once setup you will be able to access and use Secure Folder
