When app permissions keep resetting on your RealMe 16, apps may lose access to the camera, microphone, storage, or location without warning. This can break core features, cause repeated permission prompts, and make apps unreliable. The issue is usually tied to system controls that automatically revoke permissions, battery restrictions, or background limits, and each one can be fixed with a few careful checks.
Why App Permissions Keep Resetting on Your RealMe 16
- Permission auto reset is enabled for unused apps.
- Aggressive battery optimization is restricting background access.
- App cloning or system cleanup tools are clearing permissions.
- Corrupted app data after an update.
- System bugs affecting permission persistence.
1. Turn Off Permission Auto Reset
Android can automatically remove permissions from apps it thinks you no longer use. This is helpful for privacy, but it can cause permissions to reset even for apps you rely on.
Open Settings, and then tap Privacy.
Tap Permission manager, and then find Permission auto reset and turn it off for affected apps.
2. Remove Battery Restrictions for Affected Apps
Battery optimization can silently block apps in the background. When this happens, permissions may appear to reset after the app is closed or the phone is idle.
Open Settings, and then tap Battery.
Tap App battery management, and then set the affected app to No restrictions.
3. Lock App Permissions Manually
Some apps need permissions to be locked in place to prevent the system from changing them. Manually confirming each permission helps the system treat the app as trusted.
Open Settings, and then tap Apps.
Tap the affected app, and then open Permissions and allow everything the app needs.
4. Clear App Cache Without Deleting Data
Corrupted temporary files can confuse the permission system. Clearing the cache refreshes the app without removing your personal information.
Open Settings, and then tap Apps.
Tap the affected app, then tap Storage and clear Cache.
5. Disable System Cleanup or Security Tools
Some RealMe system tools aggressively manage apps to save space and power. These tools can revoke permissions during cleanup cycles.
Open Settings, and then tap Security.
Tap System cleanup or App management tools, and then disable automatic permission controls.
6. Restart the Phone to Apply Changes
System permission changes do not always apply instantly. A restart forces the system to reload all app rules correctly.
Swipe down from the top to open Quick Settings, and then tap the Power icon.
Tap Restart, and then wait for the phone to boot fully.
Once permissions stop resetting, apps on your RealMe 16 should behave normally again. After disabling automatic controls and confirming permissions manually, the system will respect your choices and stop revoking access in the background.
FAQs
Why do permissions reset after every phone restart?
This usually happens when permission auto reset or battery optimization is still active. Disabling both prevents the system from changing app access after reboot.
Can system updates cause permission problems?
Yes. Some updates reset privacy rules or introduce bugs that affect permission storage. Rechecking settings after an update is always recommended.
Is it safe to turn off permission auto reset?
Yes, as long as you review app permissions occasionally. You stay in control while preventing important apps from losing access unexpectedly.
