For more info about what the app collects or uses, review the privacy policy of the developer.Īccount Info: Access any of your account info. Note that while the app has the ability to access these resources, it might not actually do so. You can't control most of the permissions for this app in Settings > Privacy. It also has access to your location, and can use platform features, such as location history, app diagnostics, and more, which are denied to most Store apps.
It can use any peripheral devices that are either attached or part of your device (such as cameras, microphones, or printers) without notifying you. Here's more info on what permissions allow an app to do:Īccess all your files, peripheral devices, apps, programs, and registry: The app has the ability to read or write to all your files (including documents, pictures, and music) and registry settings, which allows the app to make changes to your computer and settings. If you don’t want an app to use any of the features listed, you can choose not to install it. To see the permissions for an app, go to the app product page in Microsoft Store or online. Windows Desktop apps fall under this category. You can't use the Privacy settings to control what capabilities these apps can use. The Privacy page won't list apps with permission to use all system resources. Select an App permission (for example, Location) then choose which apps can access it. Select Start > Settings > Privacy & security. In Windows 11, use the Privacy page to choose which apps can use a particular feature.
Some apps or games in Microsoft Store are designed to take advantage of specific hardware or software capabilities on your Windows device. A photo app might need to use your phone's camera, or a restaurant guide might use your location to recommend nearby places.
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