Note about app interfaces: Some apps (especially Facebook and Instagram) have different menu layouts depending on your account settings. If you do not see an exact menu match, look for similar wording or alternate paths provided in the instructions.
Control device permissions system-wide
Lock down camera, microphone, contacts, photos, and location access directly from your phone settings.
iPhone and iPad
- Open Settings > Privacy & Security.
- Review each sensor permission (Camera, Photos, Microphone, and so on).
- Disable access for apps you no longer use or do not trust.
Android
- Open Settings > Privacy > Permission manager.
- Tap a permission type, for example Location or Contacts.
- Move apps to Ask every time or Deny when appropriate.