How to View Your iPhone App Privacy Report

Step by step

1. 30 sec

   Navigate to Privacy Settings

   Open the Settings app on your iPhone. Scroll down and tap Privacy & Security to access your device’s security oversight tools.

2. 30 sec

   Open App Privacy Report

   Scroll to the bottom of the screen. Tap App Privacy Report to view the logged data patterns.

   Note: If you have not enabled this feature previously, tap Turn On App Privacy Report to begin data collection.
3. 1 min

   Review Data and Sensor Access

   Inspect the Data & Sensor Access section to see which apps have accessed your location, camera, microphone, or contacts. Tap Show All to expand the list and identify specific frequency metrics.

   Note: Frequent access by non-essential apps may indicate a need to revoke permissions.
4. 1 min

   Monitor App Network Activity

   Scroll to the App Network Activity section to see which domains your apps have contacted. Tap an application to view a chronological list of its server connections and the time of each request.

   Note: Look for unexpected web domains that may suggest trackers or background analytics services.
5. 30 sec

   Manage App Permissions

   If you find concerning activity, return to the main Settings menu. Select the specific app to modify its access to camera, microphone, location, or tracking permissions.

   Note: Disabling 'Allow Apps to Request to Track' in Privacy & Security settings prevents many of these connections.