Privacy and security setting grayed out Cannot add apps
iPhone 14 Cannot give permissions to new app to access photos as all apps in privacy and security are grayed out with no access to add or change that setting.
iPhone 14 Pro Max, iOS 18
● If an app or feature on your device is not working, not appearing, or is restricted (grayed out), a frequent reason is it may have been disabled using Screen Time, or by a technology administrator if you are using a device owned by an employer or educational institution.
- Read this support article If your Apple ID or other options are greyed out in Settings —> If your Apple Account is grayed out in Settings - Apple Support
Tap your Settings app > Screen Time > Content & Privacy Restrictions > scroll to Allow Changes and turn on.
- If the device is managed (check: Settings > General > VPN (or Profiles) & Device Management), contact the technology department of the organization that is doing the managing.