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    To review app permissions, go to your device’s Settings. Depending on your device,
                     find the Apps section. There, you will see a list of installed apps. Select an app and

                     click on Permissions to view its permissions.

                     You  can see the different permissions  that are allowed in the  Allowed section

                     and those that are denied in the Not allowed section. If you notice an app using
                     unnecessary permissions, click on that permission and select the Don't allow button
                     to disable it.

                     Setting Permissions for New Apps

                     When using an app for the first time, you might see different permission options on
                     your mobile device.

                     The following explains what each option means:

                         While using the app: Access is granted only when the
                         app is actively in use (i.e., when the app is open and on

                         screen).

                         Only this time: The app is granted permission for a
                         one-time use and the permission will be revoked once
                         you close the app.

                         Dont allow: The app is denied access to the requested

                         feature.

                     Always  review  what the  app  is  asking  for before  granting  access  to  sensitive
                     information such as contacts, messages or location.

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