# App permissions

### **What are app permissions, and how do they work?**

App permissions allow your mobile app to request access to a device’s features, such as the microphone, camera, location, contacts, gallery, and more. When users launch the app, a permission prompt appears based on the features enabled in your app.

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* You can enable or disable specific permissions depending on your app’s functionality, whether native or via the in-app browser.
* While submitting your app to the Google Play Store or Apple App Store, you may be required to provide explanations for how these permissions will be used.

To configure permissions:

* Navigate to [**Downloads**](https://app.appmysite.com/app/download) from the app dashboard&#x20;
* Select the app for which you want to set up permissions
* On the Build configuration screen, turn on the toggles for the permissions your app will utilize.
* Click on the Build app button to generate your app build.

{% hint style="danger" %}
Enable only the permissions necessary for your app’s functionality to avoid unnecessary permission prompts and improve user experience.
{% endhint %}