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Review app permissions after updates: Sometimes, app updates may change
the permissions they require. After an update, check to see if the app is now

requesting access to features it didn’t need before.

Uninstall unused apps: If you no longer use an app, uninstall it completely. This
ensures that it cannot request or retain permissions, protecting your privacy

and keeping your device clean.

Investigate any suspicious behaviour: If an app starts draining your battery

quickly, sending unexpected notifications or causing slow performance,
investigate whether it has been granted excessive permissions.

Choose trusted app sources: Download apps only from official app stores like

Google Play or the Apple App Store. Apps from unofficial sources may pose
security risks or request unnecessary permissions.

Disable permissions for background apps: Some apps run in the background

and continue to access permissions even when you’re not using them. Regularly
check these apps and disable any permissions that aren’t necessary for their

function.

Download apps only from trusted Don’t download apps from unknown
stores like Google Play Store or Apple websites or pop-up links.
App Store. Don’t allow every permission just to
Read the permissions carefully before start the app quickly.
tapping Allow. Don’t share your personal data with

Give only the permissions that are apps that don’t need it.
needed for the app to work. Don’t ignore warning signs, like too

Check app reviews and ratings before many ads or poor reviews.
installing. Don’t keep suspicious apps on your

Ask a parent or teacher if you are device; delete them.
unsure about a permission. Don’t forget to turn off permissions for

Update apps regularly to fix security apps you no longer use.
issues.

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