Samsung has a Knox security platform that protects all the data within the secure folder. The folder is encrypted and safe. This tiny space on your phone acts as a brand new device where you can add apps and all other files privately. You’ll need to use a password to access files within this folder.

But, if you forget the password to the Secure Folder, you can still reset it anytime.

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How to Reset a Secure Folder if You’ve Forgotten the Password

If you want to unlock a secure folder in Samsung without a password, you can reset it from your Samsung account:

Now, go back to your Secure folder and successfully log in.

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Hide Samsung Secure Folder From the Home Screen

If you want extra security and would prefer to hide the Secure folder from the home screen, here’s what you can do.

If you want to access the Secure Folder after hiding it, here are the steps you can take:

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Remove the Secure Folder

If you want to get rid of the Secure Folder, you can follow these steps:

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