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How to Use and Configure the Secure Folder on Samsung Mobile Devices

See this complete guide on how to set up and use Secure Folder on your Samsung phone. Also check out all the steps on how to add files and applications, including how to back up and restore files from the secure folder.

If you have a newer Samsung phone, you can set up Secure Folder to store your confidential files and data. After creating the folder, you will be able to choose an authentication method, it can be a fingerprint, pin code, or pattern.

Before trying to set up a secure folder on your Samsung device, first check if it is compatible. Feature works with Samsung Galaxy Knox-enabled phones and tablets running Android 7.0 Nougat or higher. If your phone doesn’t have the Secure Folder app, you can download it from the play store or Galaxy store

How to set up a Samsung phone’s secure folder?

set up a Samsung phone's secure folder

Secure Folder is a feature available on select Samsung phones that allows you to create a secure, encrypted space on your device to store sensitive files, apps, and data. To use it, you need to follow these steps:

  1. Go to your device settings and find the “Biometrics and security” option.
  2. In the “Biometrics and Security” section, select “Secure Folder”.
  3. If you haven’t set up Secure Folder yet, follow the onscreen instructions to create a Samsung account and set up a lock method (for example, fingerprint, password, or pattern).
  4. After setting up Secure Folder, you can add apps and files by tapping “Add apps” or “Add files”.
  5. To access Secure Folder, you will need to enter your lock method.
  6. Also, you can toggle between safe and normal spaces by tapping the Secure Folder icon.

Note: The steps for using Secure Folder may vary slightly depending on the specific device and version of Android you are using.

Moving Files to the Secure Folder

To add files and apps to the secure folder on a Samsung phone, follow these steps:

  1. Open the “Secure Folder” app on your Samsung phone.
  2. Then tap on “Add Files” or “Add Apps”.
  3. Now, select the files or apps you want to add to Secure Folder.
  4. Finally, tap “Add” or “Move” to move selected files or apps to Secure Folder.

Note: You may need to set up a password or fingerprint authentication for Secure Folder before you start adding files and applications to it.

Using the Secure Folder

To protect your files, you need to move them to a special folder on your device. Then, you can access them just like any other file. You can open the Secure Folder from the Home screen or from the “Settings” app. You can also install apps directly to the Secure Folder.

To access the secure folder, you will need to enter your password, PIN, or biometric authentication.

Backup and restore Samsung phone Secure Folder data

Follow the instructions below to back up your Samsung phone’s Secure Folder data:

  1. Open the Secure Folder app.
  2. Go to “Settings” and then “Backup & Restore”.
  3. Tap “Backup data”.
  4. Select the items you want to back up and tap “Back up now”.
  5. The backup file will be saved to your device’s storage or your Samsung account, depending on your backup settings.

To restore data from the Samsung phone’s Secure Folder, follow the steps below:

  1. Open the Secure Folder app.
  2. Go to “Settings” and then “Backup & Restore”.
  3. Tap “Restore data”.
  4. Select the backup file you want to restore and tap “Restore Now”.
  5. Data will be restored to your Secure Folder.

Note: To restore data, the backup file must be saved in your device storage or your Samsung account, and the device must be signed in with the same Samsung account that was used for the backup.

How to hide or change the Secure Folder icon?

To hide Secure Folder on your Samsung phone and then change its icon, follow these steps:

  1. Go to the Secure Folder app.
  2. Tap the three dots in the top right corner.
  3. Select “Settings”.
  4. Tap “Icon & Label”.
  5. Turn off the switch for “Show Secure Folder”.
  6. To change the Secure Folder icon, tap “Change Icon” and select a new one from the available options.

Note: These steps may vary slightly depending on the specific model and software version of your Samsung device.

Conclusion

The “Secure Folder” on Samsung mobile devices is a safe and easy way to store your important information and personal files. By following the steps outlined in this article, you can make sure that your data is safe and secure from unauthorized access.

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