Nowadays, our smartphones contain a lot of important data, photos, documents, and apps that we don’t want to share with anyone. Samsung Secure Folder is a feature that helps keep your private files and apps safe. If you are a Samsung smartphone user and want to set up Secure Folder, then this guide is for you.
What is Samsung Secure Folder
Samsung Secure Folder is an inbuilt security feature that keeps your data, apps and files in a separate, secure area. It is based on the Knox security system, which uses an advanced encryption technology.
In Secure Folder, you can:
- Save personal photos and videos.
- Keep important documents and files safe.
- Keep duplicate versions of different apps.
- You can protect banking and password-related apps.
How to setup
If you are setting up Secure Folder for the first time, follow the simple steps below—
Step 1: Activate Secure Folder on your Samsung phone
- Open the Settings app.
- Go to the Biometrics and Security section.
- Select the Secure Folder option.
- Login with your Samsung account (if not already done).
Step 2: Set up Secure Folder
- Tap the Get Started button.
- Set a pattern, PIN, or password to secure your data.
- Enable fingerprint or face unlock (if you want).
Step 3: Add files and apps to Secure Folder
- Open Secure Folder.
- Tap “Add apps” or “Add files”.
- Select photos, documents, videos, or apps.
- Now your data will be saved in Secure Folder and no one will be able to access it without your permission.
Advanced features of Secure Folder
Change lock method: You can change the lock of Secure Folder to PIN, pattern, password or biometrics (fingerprint/face unlock).
Hide icon: There is an option to hide the icon of Secure Folder so that no one can find it.
Hide notifications: You can hide notifications coming in Secure Folder to maintain your privacy.
Cloud backup: You can back up Secure Folder data to Samsung Cloud, reducing the risk of data loss.
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