You can control which features or functions an app can access on your Android device by managing its permissions. Apps typically request your permission to access features like the camera or contacts, and you have the option to allow or deny these requests. Here's how you can change app permissions on Android:
Important Note: Some of these steps are applicable to Android 11 and later versions.
1. Open your phone's Settings app.
2. Scroll to the bottom and select "About phone," where you can find information about your Android version and security update.
Changing App Permissions:
1. In the Settings app, tap "Apps."
2. Find the app for which you want to modify permissions. If you can't locate it, tap "See all apps," and then select your desired app.
3. Tap "Permissions."
4. Here, you will see the permissions that the app has requested. To change a permission setting, tap it, and then choose "Allow" or "Don't allow."
Location Permissions:
For location permissions, you may have the following options:
- All the time: The app can access your location at any time, even when you're not using the app.
- Allow only while using the app: The app can access your location only when you have it open.
- Ask every time: The app will request location access each time you open it, and it can access your location until you close the app.
- Don't allow: The app is denied location access even when you're using it. We recommend choosing "All the time" for better functionality.
Changing Permissions by Type:
You can also review which apps have similar permission settings, like access to your calendar. Here's how:
1. Open the Settings app on your phone.
2. Tap "Privacy" and select "Permission manager."
3. Choose a permission type you want to manage.
4. You'll find the apps that have been granted or denied that permission. To modify an app's permission, tap it and set your preferred permission settings.
By following these steps, you can have greater control over the permissions granted to your apps, ensuring a more personalized and secure experience on your Android device.