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Samsung Galaxy Note8 - Turn App Permissions On / Off

2026-10-15 09:41:50.319

Samsung Galaxy Note8 - Turn App Permissions On / Off

Here's how to turn app permissions for your Galaxy Note8 on or off.
  • Downloaded apps designed for Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) and up only ask for permission the first time you use a feature rather than asking for permissions out of context.
  • Turning off certain permissions may result in basic features no longer working as intended.
  1. Open the
    Settings app
    .
  2. Tap
    Apps
    .
  3. Ensure All apps is selected.
    If necessary, tap the
    Dropdown icon
    Dropdown icon then select
    All apps
    .
  4. Locate then select the appropriate app.
    If system apps aren't visible, tap the
    Menu icon Menu
    Show system apps
    .
  5. If available, tap
    Permissions
    .
  6. Select available permissions (e.g., Camera, Contacts, Location, etc.) to turn on or off.
    If prompted, review the message then tap CANCEL or DENY.
    The image below is an example.
    App permissions screen