See a Green Dot on Your Android Phone? Here’s What It Means

🔧 What to Do If You See the Green Dot Unexpectedly

1. Swipe down and check which app is using the camera/mic.
2. If it looks suspicious, force stop the app immediately.
3. Go to Settings > Privacy > Permission Manager and:
   • Revoke camera or mic access from apps you don’t trust.
4. Consider uninstalling apps that don’t need those permissions but request them anyway.

🛠️ How to Manage App Permissions on Android

To prevent apps from using your camera or microphone without your knowledge:

1. Go to:
   Settings > Privacy > Permission Manager
2. Tap on Camera or Microphone.
3. Review the list of apps:
   • Set them to “Allow only while using the app” or “Deny” if not needed.
4. You can also toggle off camera/mic access entirely with the new quick settings switches in Android 12+.

🧠 Final Thought:

That tiny green dot on your Android phone is a powerful ally in guarding your privacy. It’s there to keep you informed and in control — letting you know exactly when apps are watching or listening.