When you turn off microphone access on your device, it restricts the ability of apps and services to access and use your device's microphone. This means that apps and services will not be able to listen to or record audio using the device's microphone unless you explicitly grant them permission.
By disabling microphone access, you ensure that apps cannot eavesdrop on your conversations or record audio without your knowledge. This can be particularly useful for privacy-conscious individuals who want to have more control over their device's microphone usage.
However, keep in mind that some apps and services rely on microphone access for legitimate purposes, such as voice recording apps, video calling apps, or voice assistants. If you turn off microphone access, these functionalities may be limited or not work at all until you grant them permission again.
It's important to consider the trade-off between privacy and convenience when managing microphone access on your device. If you have concerns about certain apps misusing your microphone, it's a good practice to review and manage the permissions granted to each app individually in your device settings.