---
title: NSHomeKitUsageDescription
framework: Bundle Resources
role: symbol
role_heading: Property List Key
platforms: [iOS 8.0+, iPadOS 8.0+, Mac Catalyst 8.0+, visionOS 1.0+, watchOS 2.0+]
path: bundleresources/information_property_list/nshomekitusagedescription
---

# NSHomeKitUsageDescription

A message that tells people why the app is requesting access to their HomeKit configuration data.

## Discussion

> **important:** This key is required if your app uses APIs that access the user’s HomeKit configuration data.

For more information about using HomeKit in your app, see [Enabling HomeKit in your app](../../homekit/enabling-homekit-in-your-app.md).

## See Also

### Home

- [Enabling HomeKit in your app](../../homekit/enabling-homekit-in-your-app.md)