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When you open an app for the first time, your device might display a list of the files and features that the app wants to
access. If something doesn't seem right to you, you can reject the app's request to access an item. For example, you might
download a game that requests access to your messages, which might make sense if the game includes a feature to share
your game score. However, if you aren't comfortable with the game having the ability to compose and view your email
messages, you can turn off access to messages or delete the app. You can view or change permissions for most apps in
your device settings.
For some apps, when you install the app, you are prompted to accept or decline all of the requested permissions. If you
decline, the prompt will appear again the first time you open the app. You can't change the application permissions later
unless you delete and reinstall the app.
Change or view app permissions
In some apps, if you turn off permissions, the app might not work as you expect. If an app isn’t working as you expect it to,
consider turning on some or all of the app permissions.
1. On the home screen, swipe down from the top of the screen.
2. Tap Image Settings > Security and Privacy > Application Permissions.
• To view permissions for a particular app, tap an app.
• To view which apps use a particular permission, in the Permissions drop-down list, tap All. Tap the permission
that you want.
3. To turn on or turn off a permission, tap the switch.
4. Restart your BlackBerry device for the change to take effect.
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Wipe your device to delete your data
Before you wipe your BlackBerry device, consider backing up your data on a computer. A security wipe is designed to
permanently delete your data so it can't be recovered. This includes email accounts, downloaded apps, media files,
documents, browser bookmarks, and settings.
1. On the home screen, swipe down from the top of the screen.
2.
Tap Image Settings > Security and Privacy > Security Wipe.
3. Type blackberry.
4. Tap Delete Data.
When the security wipe is complete, your device is turned off automatically. To turn on your device, press the Power/
Lock
key.
Tip
: If you are planning to give away or recycle your device, remember to also remove your SIM card and media card.
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