Google is working on a new feature called “Private Space,” allowing you to hide apps on your phone, according to a report from Android Police. Currently, Android lacks native support for securing your sensitive apps, but the upcoming Private Space feature aims to change that.
In the recent Android 14 QPR2 Beta 2 release, a new settings page for Private Space was highlighted, confirming its capability to hide apps from others. To enable this feature, go to Settings → Security & Privacy → Private Space.
During setup, Private Space creates a new Android profile, similar to a work profile, and notifications from apps in this private profile are concealed when the profile is locked.
The private profile can be secured with the primary user’s existing PIN/pattern/password, biometrics, or a new set of credentials. Signing in to a Google Account is required to install new apps on the private profile from its instance of the Google Play Store.
As of now, apps in the private profile can be accessed from the bottom of the app drawer. Google is testing the ability to access Private Space by searching “private space” in the launcher’s search bar, though this feature may not be fully functional yet.
This new feature, expected to debut with Android 15, offers a native alternative to Samsung’s Secure Folder. Additionally, Android is expected to incorporate built-in phishing protection, enhancing overall security.