Access surfaces
Think in surfaces, not prompts. Most “Allow?” popups map to a small set of access areas. Review them in one pass so you are not deciding under pressure.
| Surface | What it usually changes | Baseline stance |
|---|---|---|
| Camera / Mic | Real-time capture features, voice notes, scanning, calls. | Enable only when needed |
| Location | Maps, local services, weather, delivery, nearby results. | Keep narrow for rare apps |
| Notifications | Interruptions, lock screen details, sounds, badges. | Whitelist a few apps |
| Files / Media | Reading downloads, uploading media, local sharing. | Prefer per-task access |
| Web / Sites | Site permissions, popups, downloads behavior, storage. | Stabilize default browser |
| Accessibility | System-wide control surfaces and automation hooks. | Grant deliberately |