When you download the Divoom App and open it for the first time, your phone does something you have seen a hundred times before: it asks for permission. Allow Divoom to access photos? Allow Divoom to use Bluetooth? Allow Divoom to access your location?
If you hesitated at any of those prompts, you are not alone — and the short answer is that every single permission the app requests has a specific, practical reason tied to how your Pixoo-64, Ditoo-Pro, or MiniToo works. None of them are used for tracking, advertising, or background data collection.
Here is exactly what each permission does, why the app needs it, and how much control you have over every single one.
Here is the short version: The Divoom App follows standard iOS and Android permission practices. You can grant, deny, or revoke any permission at any time through your phone settings — and the app still works in a basic mode (clock display, preloaded animations) even with all permissions denied. Full community and device features require specific permissions, which this guide explains one by one.
What Permissions Does the Divoom App Request?
When you install the Divoom App from the App Store or Google Play, the app may request up to five permissions depending on your phone model and operating system. None of these are unusual — they are the same permissions that thousands of apps ask for every day.
Here is a quick overview of what each permission is for and whether you need to grant it:
| Permission | What It Does | Required? |
|---|---|---|
| Storage / Photos | Save community pixel art designs to your phone and upload custom images from your gallery | Optional — needed for saving and uploading designs |
| Camera | Scan QR codes during Wi-Fi setup and device pairing | Optional — manual setup works without it |
| Bluetooth | Discover and connect to nearby Divoom devices | Required for device pairing and control |
| Location (Android) | Required by Android for Bluetooth LE scanning (Divoom does not use GPS) | Required on Android for Bluetooth |
| Notifications | Receive firmware update alerts and community activity | Optional — purely convenience |
The rest of this guide walks through each permission in detail so you understand exactly what you are agreeing to — and what happens if you say no.
Storage and Photos Permission
This is the permission people notice first because it appears as soon as you try to save a pixel art design or upload a custom image from your phone gallery.
Why the App Requests It
The Divoom App needs storage access for two specific actions: saving community designs to your phone so you can browse them offline, and uploading your own images or photos as custom pixel art. When you tap Download on a community design, the app saves it to your device. When you tap Upload to create custom art, the app reads your photo library so you can select an image.
What Happens If You Deny It
You can still browse the community gallery and push designs to your device. You simply cannot save designs to your phone or upload custom images until you grant this permission. On iPhone, you can grant Selected Photos access instead of full library access — the app only needs access to the specific photos you choose. On Android, you can grant Files and Media permission instead of full storage access.
Camera Permission
The camera permission is only used during one specific step: Wi-Fi setup. When you connect your Pixoo-64 or Ditoo-Pro to your home network, the app displays a QR code on your device's screen — scanning it with your phone's camera completes the configuration in seconds.
Why the App Requests It
QR code scanning is the fastest way to transfer Wi-Fi credentials from your phone to your Divoom device. It eliminates the need to type a long Wi-Fi password on a small pixel display. The camera is only active while the QR scanner is open in the app — it does not run in the background.
What Happens If You Deny It
You can complete Wi-Fi setup manually by entering your network name and password through the app. It takes slightly longer but works the same way. Once your device is connected to Wi-Fi, you will not need the camera permission again unless you set up a new network or pair a new device.
The video above shows the Divoom community in action — browsing, saving, and displaying pixel art designs, all of which depend on the storage and network permissions described in this guide.
Bluetooth Permission
Bluetooth is the backbone of the Divoom app-to-device connection. Every Divoom pixel art product — the Pixoo-64 as your display center, the Ditoo-Pro as your pixel companion, and the MiniToo as your compact accent — relies on Bluetooth for initial discovery, pairing, and ongoing communication with the app.
Why the App Requests It
Bluetooth allows the app to find nearby Divoom devices, pair with them, and send commands — push a design, adjust brightness, or check the device status. Without Bluetooth, the app cannot detect or communicate with your device. This is not unique to Divoom; it is how all Bluetooth-enabled smart devices work.
What Happens If You Deny It
The app cannot connect to any Divoom device. You can still browse the community gallery and save designs, but you will not be able to send them to your display or adjust device settings. Bluetooth permission is the one permission that is practically required for the app to be useful with your hardware.
Location Permission (Android Only)
If you are using an Android phone, you may see a location permission request when the Divoom App tries to scan for nearby Bluetooth devices. This is a common source of confusion — and it deserves a clear explanation.
Why Android Asks for This
Starting with Android 10, the operating system requires location permission for any app that scans for Bluetooth LE (Low Energy) devices. This is an Android system rule, not a Divoom choice. The Divoom App does not use GPS, does not track your location, and does not send location data anywhere. The permission is only required because Android uses Bluetooth signal strength as a coarse location indicator.
What Happens If You Deny It
On Android, denying location permission means Bluetooth scanning will not work, and the app will not be able to discover or pair with Divoom devices. You can grant While Using the App access only — the location permission is only active while the app is open and you are in the device discovery screen.
Notification Permission
Notifications are the simplest permission on the list. The Divoom App requests notification access to let you know about firmware updates, community activity (such as new designs from creators you follow), and important device status changes.
What Happens If You Deny It
Nothing changes in how the app or your device works. You simply will not receive push notifications. All app features, device control, and community access remain fully available. You can enable or disable notifications at any time from your phone settings without affecting anything else.
How to Review and Manage Permissions
Whether you want to check which permissions are active, revoke one you no longer feel comfortable with, or grant a permission you initially denied, the process takes about thirty seconds on either iPhone or Android.
On iPhone (iOS)
- Open the Settings app on your iPhone
- Scroll down and tap Divoom in the app list
- You will see every permission the app has requested, each with a toggle switch
- Turn any permission on or off — changes take effect immediately
On Android
- Open the Settings app on your Android phone
- Tap Apps or Application Manager, then select Divoom from the list
- Tap Permissions to see a list of all requested permissions
- Tap any permission to grant or revoke it — changes apply immediately
If you revoke a permission and later want to use a feature that needs it, the app will prompt you again the next time you try to use that feature. You do not need to remember what you turned off.
Privacy: What Divoom Does and Does Not Do With Your Data
Understanding permissions is one half of the picture. The other half is knowing what happens — and what does not happen — with the data those permissions enable.
| What Divoom Does | What Divoom Does Not Do |
|---|---|
| Uses Bluetooth to connect your phone to your pixel art device | Does not track your location using GPS |
| Accesses photos only when you actively upload an image | Does not scan your photo library or collect personal images |
| Uses the camera only during QR code scanning for Wi-Fi setup | Does not record video, take photos, or use the camera in the background |
| Collects standard anonymized app analytics (crash reports, usage stats) | Does not sell or share personal data with third parties |
In short, the Divoom App uses permissions the same way your music player uses audio — only when you actively do something that requires it, and never in the background without your knowledge.
Privacy note: If you ever want to verify what data the app has access to, go to your phone's privacy dashboard. On iPhone, check Settings > Privacy > App Privacy Report. On Android, check Settings > Privacy > Permission Manager. Both show exactly when each permission was last used by the Divoom App.
Divoom devices that work with these permissions
Divoom Pixoo-64
Display center for your desk setup
The 64x64 WiFi pixel art display that uses Bluetooth and storage permissions to bring community designs to life on your desk.
View Pixoo-64
Divoom Ditoo-Pro
Pixel companion with room-filling sound
The retro pixel speaker that uses Bluetooth for audio streaming and pixel control — permission requirements at their most practical.
View Ditoo-Pro
Divoom MiniToo
Compact accent for small spaces
The portable pixel speaker where storage permission lets you upload custom art from your phone gallery onto a tiny, travel-friendly display.
View MiniTooFrequently Asked Questions
Does the Divoom App track my location?
No. The Divoom App does not use GPS or track your location. On Android, the location permission is a system requirement for Bluetooth LE scanning — the app itself never requests or uses your precise location.
Can I use the Divoom App without granting any permissions?
Yes, but with limited functionality. You can view the default clock display, see preloaded animations, and browse the community gallery. To pair with a device, save designs, upload custom art, or receive notifications, you will need to grant the corresponding permission when prompted.
How do I revoke a permission I already granted?
On iPhone, go to Settings > Divoom and toggle off any permission. On Android, go to Settings > Apps > Divoom > Permissions and tap a permission to change it. Changes take effect immediately.
Does Divoom share my personal data with third parties?
No. Divoom does not sell, share, or transfer personal data to third parties. The app uses standard anonymized analytics (crash reporting, feature usage) that are common across all iOS and Android apps — and nothing more.
Why does the app need camera access for Wi-Fi setup?
The camera is used only to scan a QR code that transfers your Wi-Fi credentials from the phone to the device. This is faster and more reliable than typing a long password on a small pixel display. You can skip the QR scan and enter Wi-Fi details manually if you prefer not to use the camera.
What should I do if I accidentally denied a permission?
Follow the steps in the How to Review and Manage Permissions section above to re-enable it. The next time you try a feature that requires that permission, the app will work normally without needing to reinstall or reconnect your device.
Your Permissions, Your Control
App permissions can feel invasive when you do not know why they are being requested. The Divoom App asks for exactly what it needs to do its job — connect your phone to your pixel art device, let you browse and save community designs, and give you full creative control over what appears on your display.
Every permission has a specific purpose tied to a feature you can see and touch. None of them are hidden, none of them run in the background without your knowledge, and all of them can be changed at any time from your phone settings. The app was designed to work with you, not around you.
If you are setting up a new device for the first time, start with the Divoom App Download Guide and the iPhone and Android Setup Guide — then come back here when you see a permission prompt and want to know exactly what it means.
