How to review app permissions on your phone
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About 10 minutes to complete
Check which apps have access to your camera, microphone, location, and contacts. Remove permissions that aren't needed.
Step-by-step guide
3 steps
Why this matters
Apps with unnecessary permissions can access sensitive data even when running in the background.
How to confirm it worked
- The setting is saved and active on your device
- You have tested it works before closing the page
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