How to Hide Android Apps

There are a variety of reasons why you might want to hide apps on your Android device. Maybe you want to declutter your home screen, or maybe you want to keep certain apps private. Whatever the reason, it's easy to do and only takes a few steps.

Method 1: Use the App Drawer

1. Open the app drawer by swiping up from the bottom of the home screen or by tapping the app drawer icon.
2. Long press on the app that you want to hide.
3. Drag the app to the "Hide" icon at the top of the screen.
4. Release the app to hide it.

Note: The steps and appearance of the app drawer may vary depending on your Android device and version.

Method 2: Use a Third-Party Launcher

• Nova Launcher
• Action Launcher
• ADW Launcher

How to Hide Apps Using Nova Launcher

1. Install Nova Launcher from the Google Play Store.
2. Open Nova Launcher and go to the "App & Widget Drawers" section in the settings.
3. Tap on the "Hide Apps" option.
4. Select the apps that you want to hide and tap "Done".

Note: The steps for hiding apps using other launchers may be slightly different, but the general process is similar.

Method 3: Use a Third-Party App Hider

• App Hider
• Hide Apps
• PrivateMe

How to Hide Android Apps Using AppHider

There may be times when you want to keep certain apps on your Android device, but don't want them to be visible to others. Maybe you have an app that tracks your budget, and you don't want anyone else to see how much money you have saved. Or maybe you have a dating app, and you don't want your friends or family to know about it. Whatever the reason, it's easy to hide apps on your Android device using the AppHider app.

Step 1: Download AppHider

To get started, you'll need to download AppHider from here. This app is free to download and use, but there is a paid version available with additional features. Once you've downloaded and installed the app, open it up and grant it the necessary permissions.

Step 2: Add Apps to AppHider

To hide an app using AppHider, you'll need to first add it to the app. To do this, tap the "Add" button in the app's home screen. From here, you can select the app you want to hide from your device's app drawer. You can also add apps that you have installed from APK files or from other sources.

Step 3: Hide the App

Once you've added the app to AppHider, it's time to hide it. To do this, simply tap the "Hide" button next to the app in the AppHider app. The app will now be hidden from your device's app drawer and will not be visible to others.

Step 4: Access Hidden Apps

If you need to access a hidden app, you can do so from within the AppHider app. Simply tap the app's icon in the AppHider app, and the app will launch as normal. To make the app visible again, simply tap the "Unhide" button in the AppHider app.

Tips

• Some launchers and app hiders allow you to password-protect hidden apps, which can add an extra layer of security.
• If you're using a third-party app hider, make sure to choose one that is reputable and has good reviews. There are some app hiders that may not work as advertised or that may contain malware.
• If you want to hide apps on a device that you share with others, consider talking to the other users before hiding apps. They may be using the apps that you want to hide, and it's important to communicate and find a solution that works for everyone.

Considerations

• Hiding apps does not uninstall them from your device. The apps are still installed and take up storage space, but they are just hidden from view.
• Hiding apps does not prevent them from running or receiving updates. If you want to completely stop an app from running and receiving updates, you will need to uninstall it.
• Hiding apps may not work on devices with certain types of firmware, such as those that are heavily customized by the manufacturer or carrier. In these cases, you may need to root your device in order to hide apps.

Conclusion

Hiding apps on your Android device is easy and can be done using the app drawer, a third-party launcher, or a third-party app hider. Whether you want to declutter your home screen or keep certain apps private, there's a method that will work for you. Just choose the one that works best for your needs and start hiding apps today.