How to quickly hide important folders on Windows 11
Keep your folders private using this Windows 11 trick.
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If you’ve ever worked on a shared or public device, you must know how hard it is to maintain privacy. This is because anyone can access your data anytime without restrictions. And while deleting your data usually does the trick, it may be pretty tedious at times, especially if it’s a lot of information.
In some instances, you might even find yourself returning to the same device and starting the process from scratch, which can significantly deter your productivity. Luckily, there’s an easier way out. In thisWindows 11guide, I’ll show you how to hide a folder.
Hide a folder on Windows 11
Here’s what you’ll need to do to hide a folder in a Windows PC once you’re done using it:
And just like that, the folder will disappear, limiting the access other users have to the data stored in it.
Access the hidden folder on Windows 11
Likewise, if you’re back on the device and would like to access the hidden folder again, here’s what you’ll need to do:
The hidden folder will now be available and accessible.
Unhide the folders on Windows 11
If you want to restore the folder to its original position and make it more accessible, here’s what you’ll need to do:
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Your folder will be restored to its original position, and you’ll no longer have to navigate through the File Explorer app on Windows 11 to access it.
However, if you’re looking for a more sophisticated way to keep your data files, we invite you to check out our expert guide onhow to password protect files on Windows 10.
More resources
We have plenty ofhelpful guides and tutorialsto help you enhance your privacy on Windows. You can check them out below:
Kevin Okemwa is a seasoned tech journalist based in Nairobi, Kenya with lots of experience covering the latest trends and developments in the industry at Windows Central. With a passion for innovation and a keen eye for detail, he has written for leading publications such as OnMSFT, MakeUseOf, and Windows Report, providing insightful analysis and breaking news on everything revolving around the Microsoft ecosystem. You’ll also catch him occasionally contributing at iMore about Apple and AI. While AFK and not busy following the ever-emerging trends in tech, you can find him exploring the world or listening to music.
