A secure folder is a private space on your Samsung Galaxy S23 where you can store sensitive files and apps. It is protected by a separate lock screen and password, so your data is safe from prying eyes.
To create a secure folder on your Samsung S23, follow these steps:
- Open the Settings app.
- Tap Biometrics and security.
- Tap Secure Folder.
- Tap Create secure folder.
- Enter a name and password for your secure folder.
- Tap Create.
Here are the more detailed steps:
- Open the Settings app by tapping the gear icon on the home screen or in the app drawer.
- Scroll down and tap Biometrics and security.
- A list of security settings will appear. Tap Secure Folder.
- Tap Create secure folder.
- Enter a name and password for your secure folder. The name should be something that you will remember, but that is not easy to guess. The password should be at least 8 characters long and include a combination of letters, numbers, and symbols.
- Tap Create.
How to add files and apps to your secure folder
Once you have created a secure folder, you can add files and apps to it. To add a file, open the Secure Folder app and tap Files. Then, tap Add files and select the files you want to add. To add an app, open the Secure Folder app and tap Apps. Then, tap Add apps and select the apps you want to add.
How to use your secure folder
To access your secure folder, open the Secure Folder app. You will be prompted to enter your lock screen password or pattern. Once you have entered your password, you will be able to access the files and apps in your secure folder.
How to lock and unlock your secure folder
You can lock your secure folder using your lock screen password or pattern. To do this, open the Secure Folder app and tap Lock. You can also lock your secure folder automatically when your phone is turned off. To do this, open the Secure Folder app and tap Settings. Then, tap Lock automatically and select a time period.
How to reset your secure folder
If you forget your secure folder password, you can reset it using your Samsung account. To do this, open the Secure Folder app and tap Forgot password. Then, enter your Samsung account credentials and follow the on-screen instructions.
Additional information
In addition to the steps above, here are some additional information about secure folders on Samsung S23:
- You can also access your secure folder from the Quick panel. To do this, swipe down from the top of the screen and tap the Secure Folder icon.
- You can also hide your secure folder from the App drawer. To do this, open the Secure Folder app and tap Settings. Then, tap Hide from app drawer.
- You can also set a different lock screen password for your secure folder. To do this, open the Secure Folder app and tap Settings. Then, tap Lock screen password.
Safety warning
It is important to remember that your secure folder is only as secure as your lock screen password or pattern. If someone can guess your password, they will be able to access your secure folder and its contents.