Hide Folders in Windows with a new Trick

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on October 26, 2008

Today I will tell you how to hide your private folders in Windows using a unique new technique. There are many software that can do this job but unless you buy their licensed version, you can't make use of their full functionality.

The tip I am sharing is completely new and different and will make sure the folder does not even show up in Windows search.

Before you start make sure you know a little about DOS or Command Prompt.

  1. Go to C drive and make a new folder. For example, like I made a folder named etc85.

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  2. Now make sure to put all your private files and content inside this folder and then open Command Prompt.
  3. Navigate to C drive using the cd.. command.
  4. Type in the command attrib +s +h +r etc85 and hit enter.

Thats it! your folder is now completely hidden from all users in all possible ways.

To unhide simply navigate to the same location in Command Prompt and type in attrib -s -h -r etc85. With this technique, no one can find your folder. Whether any one searches, does system restore or anything. Your folder is in complete privacy.

If you like this technique or have any difficulty executing it, just leave a comment.

Note: Make sure your own folder name in the command while executing it. Enjoy!

  • Nic

    You can still use the attrib command to search, albeit slowly, for hidden folders/files.

  • http://blog.ashfame.com/ Ashfame

    This trick also applies on files. Just make sure you hide your file in an unknown folder and that too on the drive on which Windows is installed. Let me explain. Lets assume you have windows installed in drive C so I can type attrib D:*.* -h -s -r /s and attributes(system, hidden, read only) of all files on Drive D will be removed.

    This way your hidden file will be revealed. You wouldn’t want to execute that command on Drive C. Now would you? ;)

  • http://www.sizlopedia.com Dj Flush

    Hey thanks for sharing that info Ash!

  • http://www.thelimbiz.com Windy

    Just for information, the file/folder can be seen with certain application like acdsee 8.0 or higher, filezilla…

  • Mark

    If you issue the command “dir /s” you can still see the all the files and folders that under the hidden parent directory. Is there a workaround for this? Thanks

  • http://newzonfire.com Bites85

    @Ashfame It do reveal the hidden system files. But not the folder, which contains all your private data. ;) Enjoy

  • Buster

    The file/folder will be visible if you select “show system files” in Explorer’s folder view options no matter what the attributes are. This is useful for hiding stuff from someone with only basic computer knowledge but don’t think your IT department can’t find it. They can.

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  • http://www.l33tzone.com c0d3r

    Its basically not a trick imho.. atleast not different than setting the hidden option in the properties box… the only thing is that adding a system property will not reveal the folder on simply “show hiden files” option, unless the “show system files” option is alos checked.

  • http://newzonfire.com Bites85

    C0d3r Thanks for the comment. But, still the hidden folder is not revealed which is created by the user. Only system folders are revealed. So, your folder is still in privacy.

  • http://www.yogaf.com yogaf

    I’m sorry, It’s just useless if I can still see it in Windows Explorer.

    • gk007

      The whole point is that, under nomal circumstances, you cannot see the file in Windows Explorer…

  • Fizzle

    Is there a way to make this like naming a folder with .something on mac? This isn’t immediately apparent to the normal user, but anyone with sufficient system knowledge could find it.

  • http://craxyharis.com Haris

    Nice one :) I really like this

    Thanks for sharing

  • divya

    will this work on linux?

    • Hunterwould

      For Linux you put a period in front of the folder name.
      but this time use [Ctrl] + 'H' to show them

  • Ace

    I’m having trouble executing this…it says that the file can’t be found…

  • sekar

    I was expecting a technique like this. Thanks for your idea. Its working great.

  • Hunterwould

    umm well it is still pretty easy to locate… just open an explorer window and goto
    Tools > Folder Options…
    > View > Click show hidden files and folders | also check show hidden system files and folders.

    There

  • Hunterwould

    umm well it is still pretty easy to locate… just open an explorer window and goto
    Tools > Folder Options…
    > View > Click show hidden files and folders | also check show hidden system files and folders.

    There

  • Hunterwould

    For Linux you put a period in front of the folder name.
    but this time use [Ctrl] + 'H' to show them

  • BG

    The file is found on search. But, you said that it couldn't even be found if someone does a search??

  • BG

    The file is found on search. But, you said that it couldn't even be found if someone does a search??

  • Sanjay

    gr88888888888

  • Sanjay

    but sub folders and files are traced by search, disappointed !

  • JIGNESH SAVANI1

    THIS IS NOT USEFULL.BECAUSE ANY ONE SHOWN THIS FILE BY USING BY THIS TRICK.

    1=GO TO TOOLS

    2=FOLDER OPTION

    3=VIEW

    4=HIDE PROTECTING OPERATING SYSTEM FILE(RECOMMANDED)

    GIVE DESELECT CLICK IN THIS OPTION.

    PLS TRY IT

    GIV ME OTHER TRICK OK.IF U WANT A NEW TRICK PLS CALL ME OR MEET MY ID

    NO:9558755685

    MY ID IS :JIGNESH.SAVANI1
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