How to revoke permission to use the microphone on WhatsApp

Recently there have been allegations that WhatsApp users are using smartphone microphones without their knowledge. Various discussions are going on in the technology world about this issue. WhatsApp takes permission from users to use the …

Recently there have been allegations that WhatsApp users are using smartphone microphones without their knowledge. Various discussions are going on in the technology world about this issue. WhatsApp takes permission from users to use the smartphone’s microphone at the time of download. Because, to talk on WhatsApp, you have to use the microphone. But many people only exchange messages or pictures on WhatsApp. As a result, even if the microphone is not allowed, there is no problem. Let’s take a look at how to turn off the microphone on WhatsApp—

To disable WhatsApp’s microphone usage, Android 12 or later Android version users must first access the smartphone’s settings option. After selecting privacy, options such as camera, microphone, location etc. will be shown. The list of apps that are allowed to use the smartphone’s camera can be found in the camera options. Similarly, the list of apps that have permission to use the smartphone’s microphone can be seen in the microphone option. Now enter the microphone option and tap on the WhatsApp in the list and select Don’t Allow in the microphone permission option.