Recover Deleted Photos from Android
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Last weekend, I had to hand over my phone to a friend to show them a vacation album, and I realized some of my personal photos were still visible in the Gallery. It got a bit awkward. I don’t want to delete those photos, just make sure they’re hidden from the gallery view. Is there a simple way to hide private photos and videos on an Android phone without using any complicated third-party apps?
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You can hide photos and videos on your Android without deleting them or using any sketchy apps. Here are a few easy ways:
1. Use File Manager (No third-party app needed)
If your phone has a built-in File Manager:
Open File Manager > Settings
Enable “Show hidden files”
Create a new folder and name it something like .private. (the dots at the beginning and end matter)
Move the photos/videos you want to hide into that folder
Now go back and turn off “Show hidden files”
These files won’t show up in your Gallery anymore, but they’re still safe in your storage.
2. Use Google Photos Archive (Quick & Easy)
If you’re using Google Photos:
Open the app and select the images/videos you want to hide
Tap the three dots menu > Move to Archive
The media gets hidden from the main gallery but stays accessible under the Archive folder in Library
3. Samsung Users – Secure Folder
Go to Settings > Security > Secure Folder
Set it up with your Samsung account and preferred lock method
Add your photos/videos inside it
You can even hide the Secure Folder icon from your app drawer