How to hide or unhide apps on your Galaxy Smartphone

Last Update date : Sep 01. 2026

Want to keep your 3 AM thoughts or cherished memories out of world’s sight? Hide your apps on Samsung Galaxy smartphone and keep your private information, just to yourself. Watch the video to learn how to hide or unhide your apps.

Q: Why do I need to hide some of my apps?

A: Some of the apps on your smartphone contain confidential information and sensitive data such as Gallery, Notes, banking apps and more. To protect your privacy, Samsung Galaxy Smartphone gives you the provision to hide these apps from the outside world and strictly protect what’s only meant for you.

Q: Can I unhide the apps that were hidden earlier?

A: Yes, and you can do it easily through your phone settings. Simply go to Settings, select Home screen and then click on Hide apps on Home and Apps screen. It will then show you which apps you have hidden. You can de-select the apps you want to unhide and they will be visible again on your Apps screen.

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