Windows 11 App Permissions: Why Does a Game Need Access to Your Contacts?

by: Larry MillerPublished on: 17/05/2026

Not every app needs access to your contacts, calendar, email, or messages — learn how to review and revoke suspicious app permissions in Windows 11.

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Windows 11 App Permissions: Why Does a Game Need Access to Your Contacts?