If you own a Samsung device and want to keep certain apps private, you can hide them from your home screen and app drawer. Hiding apps can be useful if you want to keep sensitive content or certain apps away from prying eyes. In this article, we will guide you through the process of hiding apps on your Samsung device.
Method 1: Using Samsung’s Built-in App Hider
Samsung devices come with a built-in feature that allows you to hide apps easily. Here’s how to use it:
- Go to the app drawer or home screen, and open the Settings app.
- Scroll down and tap on Biometrics and Security.
- Select Secure Folder from the list of options.
- If you haven’t set up Secure Folder before, follow the on-screen instructions to set it up.
- Once you have set up Secure Folder, go back to the home screen or app drawer, and open the Secure Folder app.
- In Secure Folder, tap on the Add Apps button to select the apps you want to hide.
- Tap on Add to add the selected apps to Secure Folder.
- The selected apps will now be hidden from your home screen and app drawer, and can only be accessed through the Secure Folder app.
Method 2: Using a Third-party App
If your Samsung device does not have the built-in app hider feature, you can use a third-party app from the Google Play Store. Follow these steps:
- Open the Google Play Store on your Samsung device.
- Search for a third-party app hider such as App Hider or Smart AppLock.
- Install the app of your choice and follow the on-screen instructions to set it up.
- Open the app hider and select the apps you want to hide.
- Once you have selected the apps, they will be hidden from your home screen and app drawer.
By following one of these methods, you can easily hide apps on your Samsung device and keep your apps private and secure.