How to Enable Secure Folders in Samsung Galaxy A04 Core
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How to Enable Secure Folders in Samsung Galaxy A04 Core

Does Samsung A04 Core have a secure folder? How to enable a Secure folder on Samsung Galaxy A04 Core? Samsung A04 Core secure folder not working? How to unlock the Samsung A04 Core secure folder without a password? How to access a secure folder on Galaxy A04 Core?

Secure folder on the Samsung A04 Core is an app that you can use to hide everything or a part of your phone. You can use it to hide private information and potentially embarrassing photos. You can also use a secure folder to hide your personal data using a special passcode. That way no one will see it.

How to Setup Secure Folder on Samsung A04 Core

Step 1: On your device Settings, look for and select Secure Folder under Biometrics and security, and then tap Secure Folder. Tap Agree.

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Step 2: If required, sign in to your Samsung account, and then tap OK.

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Step 3: Now you will be prompted to set up a security method like a PIN, password, or pattern for accessing Secure Folder. Just tap Next and follow the on-screen instructions to set up your passcode and access your Secure Folder.

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How to Add Apps or Files in Secure Folder: Samsung A04 Core

Most of us already have Bank apps on our devices but we are afraid that someone may access them and steal our money. The good news is that you can add the app to Secure Folder and no one will know the app is installed on your phone.

Now after the Secure Folder is set up, tap Add apps. Tap the desired app to put in the folder, and then tap Add. You should now see a copy of the app in your Secure Folder.

To add files, tap Add files and then select the file source or type.

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How to Move Files to Secure Folder in Samsung Galaxy A04 Core

To add pictures or files to your Secure Folder any time, even when you aren’t signed into it.

Step 1: Go and open an app with files, such as Gallery.

Step 2: Now tap and hold the file(s) you want to move into the Secure Folder.

Step 3: Tap More Options and then tap Move to Secure Folder.

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Step 4: You can now enter your Secure Folder passcode information. The file will be moved and you can view it in the Secure Folder.

You should also note that it only files saved on your device’s internal memory or SDcard that can be moved to Secure Folder. Files saved on your cloud account can’t be moved to Secure Folder.

How to Remove Files from Secure Folder on Samsung Galaxy A04 Core

In case you decide to show a friend a picture or a video hidden in your Secure Folder, You’ll need to use My Files in Secure Folder. All you have to do is to open the Secure Folder. Enter your Secure Folder passcode information. Tap My Files and search for the file you want to move out of Secure Folder. Tap and hold the file, and then tap More Options. Tap Move out of Secure Folder. The file will then be placed from the original folder where it was before.

Step 1: Open Secure Folder.

Step 2: Enter your Secure Folder passcode information

Step 3: Tap My Files and search for the file you want to move out of Secure Folder.

Step 4: Tap and hold the file, and then tap More Options. Tap Move out of Secure Folder. Tap and hold the file, and then tap More Options. Tap Move out of Secure Folder.

You should also note that if the file is previously saved on your SD card, it will be moved to a new folder in the Gallery and saved in your phone’s internal storage.

How to Hide Secure Folder on Samsung Galaxy A04 Core

Well, if you don’t want anybody to know there is a Secure Folder on your phone, you can hide it from your Apps screen. To do that, swipe down using two fingers to access the Quick Settings panel. Swipe to and tap Secure Folder to hide or unhide the app.

You can also do that using the Settings, search for and tap Secure Folder under Biometrics and security, and then tap Secure Folder. Sign in, and then tap the switch next to Show Secure Folder.

You can also keep the Secure Folder in plain sight by changing its name or icon. Go to and open Secure Folder, and then enter your security credentials. Tap More Options, and then tap Customize.  Now you can change the app’s name and icon. When you’re done, tap Apply.

Step 1: Swipe down from the top of the screen and tap Settings

Step 2: Tap Biometrics and security

Step 3: Tap Secure Folder

Step 4: Toggle the Show icon on Apps screen

Step 5: Tap HIDE or to confirm

How to Find Secure Folder After You Hide it on Samsung A04 Core

If you have to hide your Secure Folder, it will be hidden from your apps and home screen but can still be accessed through the settings.

Step 1: Swipe down from the top of the screen with two fingers to reveal the Quick Panel

Step 2: Swipe right and tap ‘+’

Step 3: Swipe right and drag and drop the Secure Folder onto the Quick Panel.

Step 4: You can then tap the Secure Folder icon to hide or reveal the secure folder.

How to Remove or Disable Secure Folder on Samsung A04 Core

Step 1: Swipe down from the top of the screen and tap Settings.

Step 2: Tap Biometrics and security

Step 3: Tap Secure Folder

Step 4: Choose Menu or the three dots in the top right corner. If you do not see this, skip to step 5

Step 5: Tap More settings

Step 6: Tap Uninstall

Step 7: Tap Uninstall again to confirm.

How to Unlock Secure Folder Without Password: Samsung A04 Core

If you have forgotten the PIN, pattern, or password for your Secure Folder it can be reset using your Samsung account.

Step 1: Open your Secure Folder

Step 2: Enter what you think is the unlock code or pattern

Step 3: Now tap Forgot PIN

Step 4: Tap Reset

Step 5: Enter the password for your Samsung account.

Step 6: Choose another unlock code or pattern and tap Continue.

Samsung A04 Core Secure Folder Not Working?

If your Samsung Galaxy Secure Folder is not opening or working, make sure you update your Samsung device to the latest Android operating system. Also, update all the apps. Put your device on flight mode and restart it.

About Samsung Galaxy A04 Core

The Samsung Galaxy A04 Core is a budget smartphone that comes with a screen display size of 6.5 inches with a PLC LCD and has a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels, a 20:9 ratio (~270 PPI density). The phone is powered by Exynos 850 (8nm) chipset and runs on Android 12 OS with an inbuilt memory of 32GB and 3GB RAM. It has a 5000 mAh battery and is available in Black, Green, and Rose Gold colors.

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