Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max - Manage app rights

App rights (or app permissions) control what information and features apps can access on your iPhone or iPad. Managing these permissions helps protect your personal data and ensures that apps only have access to what’s necessary. Follow this guide to review and update app rights on your Apple device.

Steps to manage app rights on iPhone or iPad

1. Open the Settings App: tap on the Settings icon on your home screen.
2. Go to Privacy & Security: scroll down and tap on Privacy & Security. This section lists all the different types of permissions (e.g., Location Services, Contacts, Photos).
3. Choose a permission type: select a category (e.g., Location Services, Microphone, Camera) to view which apps have requested access.
4. Review the Apps with access: you’ll see a list of apps that have requested permission for the selected feature. Tap on an app to view its current permission setting.
5. Adjust the App rights: change the permission setting by selecting Allow, Don’t Allow, or Ask Next Time. For certain permissions like Location, you may also see options like While Using the App or Always.
6. Check App-specific permissions: you can also manage permissions for a specific app by going to Settings > [App Name]. Here, you can toggle permissions for features like Contacts, Camera, and Notifications.
7. Save changes automatically: your changes are saved immediately, and the updated permissions will take effect right away.

Tips for controlling app permissions effectively

• Enable ‘Ask Next Time’ for sensitive permissions: this option prompts you each time an app requests access, giving you more control over your data.

• Regularly review permissions: it’s good practice to check your app rights every few months, especially after installing new apps or iOS updates.

• Be selective with access: only grant permissions that are necessary for the app to function properly. For example, a weather app may need location access, but it likely doesn’t need access to your photos.

Troubleshooting common permission issues

• App keeps asking for permission even after denial

  Go to Settings > [App Name] and ensure the permission is set to Don’t Allow. Restart your device if the issue persists.

• Unable to change App permissions

  This may happen if you have restrictions enabled. Go to Settings > Screen Time > Content & Privacy Restrictions and check if changes are restricted.

• App not working properly after revoking permission

  Some apps may require certain permissions to function. Try granting only the essential permissions and see if the issue is resolved.