> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://help.beamxr.io/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Why BeamXR Live Requests Permissions

> BeamXR Live needs a few system permissions to function properly. Here’s a breakdown of what we request and why: 

### `android.permission.INTERNET`

Used to stream your gameplay to Twitch, YouTube, or a private link, and to connect to your BeamXR account.

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### `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`

Lets us capture your microphone so your voice can be included in the stream.

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### `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`

Keeps BeamXR Live running in the background (e.g. while you’re in-game) without being shut down by the system.

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### `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PROJECTION`

Allows BeamXR to capture your VR display — this is how your gameplay gets streamed.

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### `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PLAYBACK`

Reserved for future features that allow **local video playback** inside the app.

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### `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MICROPHONE`

Required to access your microphone while the app is running as a foreground service (like during a live stream), following newer Android/Quest policies.

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### `android.permission.CAMERA`

Used to support **Mixed Reality (MR) passthrough streaming** and **Meta Avatar face tracking** in supported headsets.

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### `io.beamxr.beamxrlive.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

An internal permission used for secure communication within the BeamXR Live app.\
It’s not accessible to any other app on your device.

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If you have any questions or concerns about permissions, feel free to ask in our [Discord support channel](https://discord.gg/beamxr).