Delete Advertising ID on Google Android 16
Advertising
Sensitivity 4/5
Default: On
Phones / Google Android 16 / Advertising ID
The operating system generates a unique identifier that third-party ad networks use to connect activity across different apps. Users can reset this identifier or delete it entirely through device settings.
- Goes to
- advertisers via the advertising ID
- Default
- On
- Control
- Can be deleted
- Effort
- a few seconds
How to do it
Open Settings, select Security & privacy, tap More privacy settings, tap Ads, and choose 'Delete advertising ID'.
Usually found under: Settings > Security & privacy > More privacy settings > Ads
Menu names may differ by device and version.
What you lose
Third-party apps cannot use a persistent identifier to track your activity across apps for advertising.
What is collected
Pseudonymous identifier, ad clicks, app installs, device identifiers.
It provides advertisers with a standard way to measure ad campaigns and reach specific consumer segments.
Retention is not stated here. The sensitivity rating is this site's own estimate.