Got a very strange “request” this morning trying to sign into this forum. It wanted me to give permission for Chrome to have permission to use “bluetooth”. I refused and after a couple of minutes I was logged in as usual. What is going on??? I am not giving Chrome permission to use my bluetooth just to sign into the Flight Simulator forum. Something is very fishy…
Hi @FLIGHTJOX,
Do you have screenshots of this at all? It’s not something I’ve heard happening before I’ll admit!
Cheers
Were you using a Bluetooth headset at the time? I use one for flight sim occasionally but have never really used chrome at the same time I don’t think. See an AI explanation below.
Chrome (or Chro7meOS’s user interface, Chrome Ash) asks to use Bluetooth to connect wireless peripherals, sync with nearby devices, and allow web apps to communicate with smart hardware. [1, 2, 3]
Common reasons Chrome or websites trigger Bluetooth requests include:
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Wireless Peripherals: Connecting hardware like mice, keyboards, or headphones to your Chromebook.
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Website Integration: Allowing web applications (like fitness trackers, MIDI music controllers, or smart home dashboards) to read data or interact directly with your Bluetooth devices.
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Nearby Share: Using Bluetooth to discover other devices nearby for quick file or link sharing.
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Phone Hub: Linking your phone to your computer to get notifications or use your phone’s internet connection. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
You can manage these permissions directly in your settings. For websites, you can navigate to Settings > Privacy and security > Site settings > Additional permissions > Bluetooth devices to toggle whether sites are allowed to ask for access. [1]
Nope none of the above were in the room or the house…
Ok, try disabling Bluetooth and it shouldn’t see it. I know that’s not practical. I take it it doesn’t happen all the time or does it?
No bluetooth active on my computer…