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How do I give Anvl access to my device's photo library?

To fully utilize the Anvl app’s features, you may need to grant it access to your device’s photo library.

Written by Lauren Baird
Updated over 2 weeks ago

Some workflows in Anvl allow you to upload images from your device. To use these features, you must grant Anvl permission to access your device’s photo library. Permission settings are managed at the device level.

Below are instructions for iOS, Android, and Windows devices.


Answer

You can grant Anvl access to your photo library through your device’s app permission settings.


Steps

Granting Photo Library Access on iOS Devices (iPhone and iPad)

  1. Open the Settings app.

  2. Scroll down and tap Anvl.

  3. Tap Photos.

  4. Select your preferred access level:

    • None – No access to photos.

    • Selected Photos – Access only to photos you choose.

    • All Photos – Full access to your photo library.

  5. Close the Settings app.

Anvl will now have the selected level of access to your photos.


Granting Photo Library Access on Android Devices

Note: Steps may vary slightly depending on device model and Android version.

  1. Open Settings.

  2. Tap Apps or App Management.

  3. Scroll to and tap Anvl.

  4. Tap Permissions.

  5. Tap Photos and videos, Storage, or Files and media (label may vary).

  6. Select Allow.

Close Settings. Anvl will now have permission to access your photos.


Granting Photo Library Access on Windows Devices

  1. Click the Start button.

  2. Select the Settings gear icon.

  3. Click Privacy & Security (or Privacy, depending on your Windows version).

  4. Select Photos under App permissions.

  5. Ensure Allow apps to access your photos is turned on.

  6. Locate Anvl in the list and toggle access On.

Close Settings to apply changes.


Additional Details

  • Anvl may prompt you to grant photo access the first time you attempt to upload an image.

  • You can revisit your device settings at any time to modify or revoke access.

  • On company-managed devices, permissions may be restricted. Contact your IT department if you cannot enable photo access.

For additional assistance, contact Anvl Support.


Permissions Model

Users: All End Users
Permission Level: N/A
Special Rights: Device-level photo permission required
Distribution Lists: N/A

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