Samsung Secure Folder is a great way to keep your information safe.
No one but you has access to this folder.
To start using Secure Folder, youre going to need to use your Samsung account.
The setup process is not complicated, so there is nothing to worry about.
Once youve set up your Samsung account, its time to set up your Secure Folder.
Swipe down from the top of your display and tap on the gear icon to go to prefs.
Select Lock screen and security and swipe down until you see the Secure Folder option.
Open this option and snag the arrow thats pointing right to continue.
Sign in to your Samsung account and choose the layer of security you want the folder to have.
If you choose a swipe pattern, youll be asked to introduce the pattern twice.
Once youve accessed the Secure Folder, tap on the Add Files option at the top.
For example, lets say that you want to add an image.
Select images as the jot down of file you want to add and choose the image.
Youll be asked if you wish to copy or move the file, the choice is yours.
After selecting the image, tap on the Done option at the top right.
How to Back up and Restore Samsung Secure Folder
Its always better to be safe than sorry.
Thats why its still a good idea to create a back up of your Secure Folder.
Go to the Secure Folders controls > Backup and restore > Back up Secure Folder data.
Choose the files you want to back up and tap on Back Up now/Restore now.
Its also possible to delete a back up you already created.
Go to controls > Backup and restore > Delete Secure Folder back up data.
Choose what you want to erase and pick the Delete option.
Got to the folders parameters and toggle off the option that says Show Secure Folder.
This is going to remove the app icon, but it wont delete the Secure Folder from your gear.
You also have the option of personalizing the apps icon.
Tap on the menu icon at the top of your display and choose the Customize icon option.
you’re able to change the name of the folder and choose from the pre-installed icons.
Conclusion
you might never be too careful when it comes to keeping your information safe.
The more sensitive the data is, the higher the security measures should be.
The Samsung Secure Folders are a great way to keep that confidential information safe from intruders.
What files will you be placing in the Secure Folders?
