Berke İpekçiIf you ever hand your phone to a colleague or client, or just want to tighten up privacy on your Galaxy device, locking individual apps is a smart move. You could use third-party tools, but honestly, that opens the door to security risks and annoying ads not exactly professional.
Here’s the good news: Samsung’s new OneUI 8 provides multiple built-in features to secure your apps, no extra downloads, no rooting, and no headaches. In this guide, I’ll walk you through three efficient, methods to lock down sensitive apps whether that’s your email, file storage, or even your photo gallery. Protecting your data is easier than you think. Let’s get started.
Secure Folder: Professional perspective on application security
For those prioritizing data privacy, Samsung’s Secure Folder stands out as the premier solution. Most Galaxy devices come equipped with this feature straight out of the box, eliminating the need for unreliable third-party apps.
Here’s how Secure Folder works: It operates as an isolated, highly secure space on your device, safeguarded by Samsung Knox technology. Any applications or files you place inside are inaccessible from the main system. Access requires biometric authentication or a secure PIN or pattern, ensuring that your sensitive information stays protected at all times. In short, it’s a robust, business-grade security tool right at your fingertips.
Steps for use:
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- Enable Secure Folder: Go to Settings > Security and Privacy > Secure Folder. Sign in with your Samsung account if prompted.
- Set Up Lock Method: Choose a PIN, password, pattern, or use biometrics.
- Add Apps to Secure Folder: Open Secure Folder. Tap “+” > select the apps you want to lock (e.g., WhatsApp, Instagram). It installs a second, isolated copy inside the folder
- Access Them Only with Your Lock: Now, opening these apps requires the Secure Folder unlock method.
You don’t need to rely on questionable third-party app lockers; Samsung devices already offer robust tools for privacy. With features like Secure Folder, you can lock down and isolate sensitive apps efficiently and securely. No need for extra downloads. just leverage what’s built in.
