# How to Add and Manage Custom Permissions in Your FlutterFlow Project

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When building mobile apps, certain features - like accessing the camera, location, or photo library - require **explicit user permission**. FlutterFlow provides a built-in way to configure and customize these permissions, ensuring compliance with **iOS App Store** and **Google Play Store** requirements.

This guide walks through **enabling built-in permissions, creating custom permissions, crafting permission messages** , and ensuring they pass app store reviews.

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### Why Permissions Matter

Modern mobile operating systems require user consent before allowing apps to access sensitive device capabilities. Without proper permission requests:

- The feature will not work at runtime.

- Your app may be rejected during store submission.

- Users may lose trust in your app if the request seems unclear or intrusive.

Permissions are **not just technical requirements** - they are also part of the user experience.

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### Accessing Permission Settings in FlutterFlow

1. Open your project in FlutterFlow.

2. In the left-hand menu, navigate to **Project Setup \> Permissions**.

3. You’ll see a list of available permissions, each with:

The screenshot example shows common permissions like **Bluetooth, Biometrics, Camera, Location, Photo Library, Notifications** , and more.

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### Enabling Built-in Permissions

To enable a permission (e.g., **Camera** ):

1. Toggle the switch next to **Camera** to ON.

2. Enter a **clear, descriptive message** in the “Permission Message” field.

**Example for Camera:**

> In order to take a picture or video, this app requires permission to access the camera.

This message is displayed in the system prompt when your app requests access.

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### Adding a Custom Permission

Sometimes your app may need a permission not listed in the default options.

1. Click **+ Add Permission** at the bottom of the list.

2. Enter:

3. Save your changes.

Custom permissions will appear alongside the built-in ones in your app’s configuration.

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### Writing Effective Permission Messages

Your message should be:

- **Specific** : Clearly state what the feature is and why it’s needed.

- **User-focused** : Show the benefit to the user, not just the app.

- **Compliant** : Follow Apple and Google guidelines for clarity and purpose.

**Bad example:** “We need access to your camera.”  
**Good example:** “We use your camera so you can scan QR codes for event check-ins.”

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### Platform-Specific Guidelines

- **iOS** :

- **Android** :

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### Testing Your Permissions

After enabling or adding permissions:

1. Run the app on both **iOS and Android** devices/emulators.

2. Trigger the feature that requires the permission to see if the system prompt appears.

3. Decline and accept permissions to ensure your app handles both cases gracefully.

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### Best Practices for Permissions in FlutterFlow

- Request permissions **just before they are needed** instead of all at once at startup.

- Keep your permission list minimal - unnecessary permissions can hurt user trust.

- Test the flow where users **deny permissions** and ensure your app displays alternative options or instructions.

- Use feature flags or conditional UI to hide unavailable features when permissions are denied.

- Regularly review permissions before each release to remove unused ones.

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### Common Mistakes to Avoid

- **Requesting too early** : Asking for access on the first screen without context can lead to high rejection rates.

- **Generic messages** : Vague permission prompts may result in iOS rejection.

- **Over-requesting** : Asking for permissions your app doesn’t actively use can get it flagged.

- **Not testing denied flow** : If users deny a permission and your app crashes, it can be rejected.

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### Final Thoughts

Customizing permissions in FlutterFlow is more than flipping a switch - it’s about ensuring compliance, maintaining user trust, and improving your app’s usability. By enabling only the permissions you need, writing clear and user-friendly messages, and testing thoroughly, you can build a smoother experience and reduce the risk of store rejections.