Obsidian's configuration folder contains all the settings files pertaining to your [[Manage vaults|vault]]. By default, your configuration folder is named `.obsidian` and placed in the vault folder. When using a syncing service, or if you wish to test different profiles in the same vault, you may want to change your config folder. ## Access your configuration folder ### Desktop On desktop, the `.obsidian` folder is located in your vault folder. You can access it through your system file manager. ### Mobile Accessing the configuration folder differs by platform: **iOS and iPadOS** There is no default way to access the `.obsidian` folder on iOS or iPadOS. To view and edit hidden files and folders, you'll need a third-party app such as: - **Taio** — Free app with basic features for viewing and editing folder and file names. - **Textastic** — Paid app with advanced file editing capabilities. **Android** To access the `.obsidian` folder on Android: 1. Open your system file manager. 2. Enable the "Show hidden files" toggle in the settings. 3. Navigate to your vault folder. The `.obsidian` folder will appear at the top level. > [!tip]- Alternative file managers > If your default file manager doesn't have a "Show hidden files" option, install a file manager app that includes this feature. ## Change your configuration folder To set your config folder: 1. Open **[[Settings]] → Files and Links**. 2. In **Override config folder**, type the name of your profile, starting with a period (`.`). For example, `.obsidian-awesome`. 3. Relaunch Obsidian to have the changes take effect. > [!info] Any settings within your config folder will not transfer to your new config folder. However, your prior config folder will remain within your vault folder.