Privacy is paramount, and Secure Chat provides you with the option to hide specific chats to ensure your conversations remain confidential. By following these steps, you can easily hide chats from your main chat list, adding an extra layer of security to your communication. This guide will walk you through the process of hiding chats within the Secure Chat application.
Step-by-Step Guide:
Step 1: Access Chat Options
From the main chat list or chat fragment, locate the chat that you want to hide.
Step 2: Hide Chat
Long-tap on the chat you wish to hide. A menu with various options will appear. Select the "Hide" option to proceed with hiding the chat.
Step 3: Set Up a PIN
Upon choosing the "Hide" option, the system will prompt you to create and confirm a Personal Identification Number (PIN). This PIN will be used to access hidden chats in the future.
Step 4: Confirm PIN
Enter your chosen PIN and confirm it by entering it again. Ensure that both entries match to proceed.
Step 5: Chat Hidden
After successfully confirming your PIN, the system will hide the selected chat from your main chat list. It will no longer be visible in your regular chat view. You can access it by typing in the PIN in the search bar.
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Non-Matching PIN Entries
If you enter non-matching values when creating your PIN, you will receive a notification indicating that the entries do not match. To proceed, comply with the requirement and enter matching values for your PIN.
Receiving a Notification from a Hidden Chat
If you receive a notification from a contact in a hidden chat, follow these steps to access the hidden chat:
Hiding chats in Secure Chat offers you the ability to keep your conversations private and secure. By following the steps outlined in this guide, you can easily hide specific chats and use a PIN for future access. Utilize this feature to maintain the confidentiality of your conversations and enhance your privacy within the Secure Chat app.