How to Change Which Apps Have Access to Your Photos on an iPhone
Open your iPhone’s Settings., Scroll down and tap Privacy., Tap Photos., Slide any app’s switch to the Off position.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Open your iPhone’s Settings.
It’s the app with a gray cog icon on one of your home screens.
If you don’t see it, it may be in a folder called “Utilities.” -
Step 2: Scroll down and tap Privacy.
It’s at the bottom of the third section., All apps that have requested access to your photos are listed here.
If an app’s corresponding switch is green, the app can access your photos. , When an app’s switch is off (gray), it cannot access your photos.
If you want to share photos on social media apps like Facebook and Instagram, leave their switches turned on.
Most games do not need access to your photos. -
Step 3: Tap Photos.
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Step 4: Slide any app’s switch to the Off position.
Detailed Guide
It’s the app with a gray cog icon on one of your home screens.
If you don’t see it, it may be in a folder called “Utilities.”
It’s at the bottom of the third section., All apps that have requested access to your photos are listed here.
If an app’s corresponding switch is green, the app can access your photos. , When an app’s switch is off (gray), it cannot access your photos.
If you want to share photos on social media apps like Facebook and Instagram, leave their switches turned on.
Most games do not need access to your photos.
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