Hider 2 Changelog

What's new in Hider 2 2.4.9

Sep 20, 2018
  • Improved UI to support new Dark Mode.
  • Stability improvements.

New in Hider 2 2.4.8 (Aug 9, 2018)

  • Stability improved.

New in Hider 2 2.4.7 (May 25, 2018)

  • Stability improved
  • Privacy Policy updated

New in Hider 2 2.4.6 (Mar 19, 2018)

  • Improved overall stability.

New in Hider 2 2.4.1 (Oct 5, 2017)

  • Introduced macOS High Sierra compatibility.
  • Stability improvements.

New in Hider 2 2.4 (Aug 7, 2017)

  • Improved stability.

New in Hider 2 2.3 (Oct 1, 2015)

  • Optimized for OS X El Capitan

New in Hider 2 2.2.4 (Aug 28, 2015)

  • Issues with external drives addressed
  • Stability improvements

New in Hider 2 2.2.2 (May 14, 2015)

  • Fixed issues with vaults on external drives
  • Performance improvements

New in Hider 2 2.2.1 (Feb 23, 2015)

  • General performance and stability improvements

New in Hider 2 2.2 (Oct 20, 2014)

  • Completely redesigned and optimised for OS X Yosemite.
  • All known issues addressed.

New in Hider 2 2.1.2 (Sep 24, 2014)

  • Fixed the cause of post-upgrade issues.

New in Hider 2 2.1.1 (Aug 12, 2014)

  • Added a supplementary inter-update vault diagnosis.

New in Hider 2 2.1 (Jul 31, 2014)

  • Restructured vault database for improved stability. Hider 2 can now handle any unforeseen hiding interruptions.
  • Significantly improved workflow for external drives. Provides better flexibility when working with connected drives.
  • User interface preservation added. Hider 2 will always remember its window size, position and interface state even after relaunch.
  • Drag-and-drop support for Hider 2 menu bar icon. You can hide new files by dragging them onto the Hider 2 menu bar icon.
  • Improved compatibility of FAT and ExFAT external drives. FAT service files will no longer interfere with your vaults.
  • Advanced secure erase options added. Hider 2's hidden files are no longer recoverable by data recovery applications.
  • Ability to choose primary vault location anywhere on your drive. Vault location can be set by the user and changed in Hider 2's Preferences.
  • Ability to access Secure Notes via the menu bar assistant. You can instantly access your Hider 2 notes right from the menu bar.
  • Numerous usability improvements, notably modified hiding switches.
  • A number of bug fixes and stability improvements. Hider 2 has become even more fail-proof when working with your sensitive data.

New in Hider 2 2.0.3 (May 17, 2014)

  • Fixed issues with file permissions assignment on unhide.
  • Optimized multi-threading processes for better performance.
  • Fixed color scheme issues for tags.

New in Hider 2 2.0.2 (Apr 23, 2014)

  • Securely erases remaining file data after hiding.
  • Stability improvements.

New in Hider 2 2.0.1 (Apr 11, 2014)

  • Resolves large folders unhiding issue.
  • Minor bug fixes.

New in Hider 2 1.6.7 (Jan 13, 2014)

  • Fixed the launch at login functionality issue on Mavericks.
  • Includes stability improvements for OS X Mavericks.

New in Hider 2 1.6.6 (Dec 4, 2012)

  • What's new:
  • MacHider now asks for password when system awakes from sleep.
  • Bugs fixed:
  • Fixed some problem reporter bugs on Mountain Lion.

New in Hider 2 1.6.5 (Sep 14, 2012)

  • Bugs fixed:
  • Fixed some product registration issues.

New in Hider 2 1.6.4 (Sep 12, 2012)

  • New:
  • Added support for Developer ID on Mac OS X 10.8.
  • MacHider removes files from Finder Side bar.
  • Bugs Fixed:
  • Minor bugs fixed.

New in Hider 2 1.6.3 (Sep 15, 2011)

  • What's New:
  • Updated MacPaw logo
  • Now the app may also be activated via phone
  • Bugs Fixed:
  • Some minor bugs fixed

New in Hider 2 1.6.2 (Aug 5, 2011)

  • What's new:
  • Improved compatibility with Mac OS X 10.7 (Lion)
  • Redesigned activation window and added one-click activation method
  • Enhanced hiding algorithm on external volumes
  • Bugs fixed:
  • Enhanced drag-and-drop behavior
  • Fixed some minor bugs
  • Fixed Finder plugin uninstall issue.

New in Hider 2 1.5.1 (Jul 31, 2010)

  • What's new:
  • Protected files list added to prevent crucial system items from being hidden.
  • Numerous user interface enhancements.
  • Improved Menu Bar functionality.
  • Extended file contextual menu. You can open files directly from MacHider either using a default application or an application of your choice.
  • You can now open files by just double-clicking them in the list of MacHider.
  • Bugs fixed:
  • All known bugs fixed and crash events resolved. Those include hidden files restoration issues, adding files in demo version, etc.

New in Hider 2 1.5.0 (Feb 6, 2010)

  • Whats new:
  • Impressive UI changes and usability tweaks.
  • Autohide Group feature added.
  • Action sounds added.
  • Added innovative bug reporter.
  • New beautiful icon.
  • Bug fixed:
  • Memory consumption improved.
  • Fixed some issues with network volumes and flash drives.
  • Lots of bug-fixes and interface improvements.

New in Hider 2 1.4.1 (Oct 20, 2009)

  • Progress bar behavior improved.
  • Improved file location search using aliases when a searched file changes its location.
  • Thanks to our innovative bug reporter we were able to find and fix most of MacHider bugs and crashes.
  • Fixed the issue of incorrect file renaming after unhiding a file.
  • Issue with adding files from the tool bar in demo version resolved.
  • Fixed the problem of MacHider looking for 'recents' only after a relaunch.

New in Hider 2 1.2.0 (Mar 24, 2009)

  • Improved general stability and memory consumption.
  • UI enhancements.
  • New features added - checking files for inconsistency, locating files that were renamed or moved.
  • Added recovering tips for hide/unhide errors.

New in Hider 2 1.1.0 (Jan 27, 2009)

  • Drop Image added.
  • Fixed crash when was adding files.
  • Redesigned Files Table.
  • Stability enhancements.
  • Reveal in finder action added.

New in Hider 2 1.0.0 (Jan 16, 2009)

  • Fixed:
  • 
Preferences, Finder plug-in installation check box.

  • Bug when couldn't restore from Finder plug-in in some cases.

  • When trial version wouldn't change number of files for free period.

  • Could not find Update framework.

  • Bug when couldn't hide some privileged files.

  • Preferences, When user could turn off dock and bar icon.

  • Fixed inactive Groups white background.

  • Fixed bug when couldn't hide several files together.

  • Fixed blink when hiding groups.

  • File not found problem.

  • Bug when adding some new files.

  • When couldn't remove hidden file.

  • Filter files problem.

  • Crash Reporter Fixed, Sparkle Framework issue.
  • Added:

  • Detailed errors descriptions.

  • Registration Info.
  • Updated:

  • Final Version Released!

  • New MacHider Icon.

  • MacHider Core updated.

New in Hider 2 0.8.3 (Dec 16, 2008)

  • CrashReporter Added.
  • Site Links Updated.
  • Registration Bugs Fixed.
  • Some minor bugs fixed.