To delete a Secure Folder, you generally need to either uninstall/disable the Secure Folder feature (common on Samsung phones) or remove the folder’s contents and then the folder itself via settings.

What “Secure Folder” Usually Means

  • On many Android phones (especially Samsung Galaxy), Secure Folder is a built‑in encrypted space protected by PIN, pattern, or biometrics.
  • Deleting it usually means uninstalling or turning off that secure space, which can also erase everything stored inside unless you move or back it up first.

Before You Delete Anything

  • Move or back up files (photos, documents, apps) from Secure Folder to normal storage or cloud if you still need them.
  • Understand that once the Secure Folder is uninstalled without backup, its contents are typically gone and cannot be recovered.

How to Delete Secure Folder (Typical Samsung Steps)

Steps can vary slightly by model and Android version, but the flow is usually:

  1. Open Secure Folder from your apps.
  1. Tap the menu (three dots) or go to Settings inside Secure Folder.
  1. Go to More settings (or similar).
  1. Choose Uninstall or Delete Secure Folder.
  1. If prompted, select the option like Move media files out of Secure Folder or Back up and uninstall if you want to keep your data.
  1. Confirm by tapping Uninstall / Delete and entering your PIN/password if required.

Once finished, Secure Folder disappears from your app list and the protected space is removed.

If You Forgot the Password

  • On some devices, you can go to Settings → Apps/Application manager → Secure Folder → Storage → Clear data to effectively reset/remove it, but this usually wipes its contents.
  • You might also see flows that unbind an account or let you delete Secure Folder after verifying with your Samsung or Google account, again with a risk of losing the stored data.

If You Meant a Different “Secure Folder”

  • Some third‑party security or file‑lock apps have their own “secure folder” feature with an in‑app Delete/Remove vault or Uninstall option.
  • In those cases, open the app’s settings and look for options like “Remove secure folder,” “Delete vault,” or “Disable protection,” and always back up first as they often use encryption.

TL;DR:
Back up everything, open Secure Folder → Settings → More settings → Uninstall/Delete → choose to move/backup files if offered → confirm with your lock method. This removes the secure space, and anything not moved or backed up is usually permanently erased.

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