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How to Set Up Secure Folder on a Samsung Phone

Follow these steps in order to set up Secure Folder on your Samsung phone.

  1. Go to Settings β†’ Biometrics and security β†’ Secure Folder

    Open your Samsung Galaxy Settings app and find the "Secure Folder" menu.

  2. Agree to the terms and begin setup

    Sign in with your Samsung account and agree to the terms of service to start setting up Secure Folder.

  3. Set a lock method (fingerprint, pattern, or PIN)

    Set a separate lock specifically for Secure Folder so no one else can get inside it.

  4. Add apps and files to Secure Folder

    Install new apps directly inside Secure Folder, or move existing files and photos into it.

A separate, hidden space on your own phone

Secure Folder keeps sensitive photos or apps in a separate space that is fully isolated from your regular gallery and app list, so someone browsing your phone cannot even tell it exists.

Good habits for using it

Set a lock method different from your main phone unlock method for extra separation, and consider backing up Secure Folder content separately, since it is excluded from some standard backup flows by design for privacy reasons.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Secure Folder content included in a regular phone backup?

By default it is generally excluded from standard backups for privacy, so check your specific backup settings if you want Secure Folder content backed up as well.

What happens to Secure Folder if I factory reset my phone?

Content inside Secure Folder is generally erased along with everything else on a factory reset, so back up anything important beforehand if you plan to reset the device.