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Android 15 Introduces Private Space: A New Security Feature for Users
Android users have long admired Samsung’s Secure Folder for its capability to create a safe and private area for sensitive applications and data. With the launch of Android 15, this feature is now available to all Android owners in the form of “Private Space.”
Originally unveiled in May, Private Space is now an integral component of Android devices that have been updated to Android 15. This built-in feature allows users to set up a distinct, secure environment on their smartphones, which can only be accessed through extra authentication measures, such as a PIN code. This capability provides a way to isolate important applications, including health and banking apps, protecting sensitive information from unwanted scrutiny.
Private Space operates like a digital vault on your device. By enabling this feature, apps stored within Private Space become invisible, not only to external users but also in various areas of your device, including the app list, recent apps view, notifications, and settings. For added security, users can even hide the presence of Private Space itself from their main interface.
When using apps within Private Space, a lock icon will be displayed in the status bar, indicating that the secure environment is active. Any application situated within this space will have its settings, usage statistics, and redirection intents concealed while it remains locked, ensuring that knowledge of your main screen lock does not grant access to apps or data stored in Private Space.
How to Set Up Private Space
To establish Private Space on your device, users need to go into the “Security & Privacy” section of the settings menu. During the setup process, authentication is required to verify the identity of the user, ensuring that only the rightful owner can create this secure area. Additionally, users have the option to link a Google account, facilitating straightforward app downloads within the Private Space environment.
Once configured, Private Space will appear in the app drawer, identifiable by a “Private” label accompanied by a lock icon. For those seeking guidance on utilizing this new functionality, a detailed article on how to hide apps using Private Space is available.
The public got its first glimpse of this feature during the beta phase of Android 14 QPR3, but the current rollout represents the fully realized version.
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