Sometimes you want to hide apps like social media, games, or private apps from others. Almost every phone brand now provides an app hiding option.
Method 1: Built-in App Hider
- Samsung: Use Secure Folder to hide apps.
- Oppo/Vivo/Realme: Go to Settings → Privacy → Hide Apps.
- Xiaomi/Redmi: Use App Lock & Hidden Apps option.
Method 2: Using Third-Party Apps
- Apps like App Hider or Nova Launcher let you hide apps from your main menu.
- These apps may also disguise hidden apps as calculators or utilities.
Method 3: Disable Apps
- You can also disable pre-installed apps so they don’t show in the app drawer.
Conclusion
Hiding apps keeps your privacy safe. In the future, smartphones will introduce smarter privacy modes that allow you to hide apps, chats, and even calls with a single tap.
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