What Is Secure Folder on Samsung Galaxy Devices
With Android Nougat, Samsung has integrated the secure folder for all Galaxy devices. A secure and separate workplace to store sensitive, work-related files, media, contacts, and email.
Companies like Xiaomi have introduced a similar concept called Second Space. For the moment, nothing comes close to the Samsung Secure file in terms of functions, security and overall implementation.
Users can also use Secure Folder for personal use. It is not limited to business use only.
In this article, we will share everything you need to know about the secure folder on Galaxy devices. He will understand how to activate / deactivate a secure folder, how to add media and files, personalization and a few words on its security. Let's start.
Where is the secure folder on my device
Samsung, by default, activates the secure folder in the app drawer menu. If it does not show up for you, you can activate it from the Settings menu.
Go to Settings> Biometrics and security> Secure folder and activate the Show secure folder option.
In addition, you can use the secure folder toggle in the notification bar to access the menu.
Customize as you wish
This is a thoughtful addition from Samsung. Others may be inclined to press the name of the secure folder to browse the content. But what if it's a messaging app with a relevant icon? That way, no one would be interested in digging into the app.
Samsung allows you to change the name and style of the secure folder icon. Open the app, transmit the biometrics and, from the home page, tap the three-dot menu and choose to customize it.
Now you can change the name and icon of the app to your liking.
You can add applications to the secure folder
The secure folder, by default, supports a handful of Samsung apps, including Gallery, Calendar, Contacts, Camera, Email, Internet, Notes, and Cards. This should be enough for the majority. However, you can also add other apps from the phone.
From the Home screen, tap the added apps and select the apps to add to the secure folder from the list. You can also download apps directly from the Play Store and the Galaxy Store.
When you add phone apps to the secure folder, the system creates a duplicate app and it also stays on the phone.
It is useful for social media applications. You can have two WhatsApp, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc. and use two accounts on one device.
Professionals can use the default messaging app for personal use and another from the secure folder for professional emails.
What about security
Security is the most important factor for such a software experience. After all, it contains all of your confidential information and users need peace of mind about its security.
Let's talk about the basics first. Biometric authentication is required to open the secure file.
In the settings of the secure folder, you can modify the type of locking, hide the secure model, modify the automatic locking parameters, etc.
You can also hide the secure folder icon in the app drawer. You need to activate it in the settings to access the content.
These are the security measures taken by the users. But what about Samsung? What does it do to protect the data in the secure folder? Let's talk about this.
Samsung encrypts all data in the secure folder to create a private space for users. Samsung's defense grade Knox security system protects it.
Backup and restore
When you change devices, you will not want to manually transfer the data from the secure folder from one phone to another. Samsung has integrated Samsung Cloud to solve the problem.
Users can back up data from the secure folder to Samsung Cloud, which offers free 15 GB of storage. This should be enough for the majority.
Go to Secure Folder Settings> General> Backup and Restore and sign in using Samsung credentials to back up data to the Samsung cloud.
With the growing partnership between Samsung and Microsoft, I expect Samsung to add support for OneDrive.
Likewise, data can be restored from the menu. You can also delete the data in the secure folder from the backup menu.
Master the secure file
Secure Folder was one of the best editions of the TouchWiz / One UI skin. Samsung has created a secure and productive workplace for users. It's safe, secure, and more logical than third-party alternatives from the Play Store. Features like these are the reason why the majority prefer Samsung skin to Android.
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