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# WKPrefersNetworkUponForeground

A Boolean value that indicates whether an app requires network access on launch.

## Discussion

In low-power mode, the system turns off cellular data to preserve battery life. If this key is `NO`, the system waits until an app requests a network connection before turning on cellular data. This can cause a few seconds of delay before your app can perform network requests.

If your app needs access to the network immediately upon launch, set this key to `YES`.

[`WKPrefersNetworkUponForeground`](/documentation/BundleResources/Information-Property-List/WKPrefersNetworkUponForeground) defaults to `NO`.

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