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About WhatsApp permissions
Android
iOS
Android
iOS
When you first use features in WhatsApp, WhatsApp might require access to information or applications from your phone. Turning off permissions might cause WhatsApp to lose certain functionality.
If you've already installed WhatsApp, you can control the permissions the app uses in your phone's settings. Depending on your Android phone, you can do this by:
- Open your phone’s Settings, then tap Apps > WhatsApp > Permissions.
To learn more about how we collect and use data, review our Privacy Policy.