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App Permissions

What is it?

App permissions are rules that let an app access certain features on your device.


Tech Understandability: Beginner


Simple One-Sentence Definition

App permissions control what an app can do on your device.


Analogy or Comparison

Think of app permissions like a bouncer checking IDs at a club.


Why it matters?

They protect your privacy and keep your data secure.


Fun Fact

Some apps ask for more permissions than they actually need to function.


Related Terms

Privacy Settings: Privacy settings help control who can see your information and how it’s used.

Data Security: Data security refers to protecting digital information from unauthorized access.

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