Delete Advertising ID on Sony Android (Xperia) 14
Advertising
Sensitivity 4/5
Default: On
Phones / Sony Android (Xperia) 14 / 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
Navigate to Settings, select Privacy then Ads, and tap Delete advertising ID.
Usually found under: Settings > Privacy > Ads
Menu names may differ by device and version.
What you lose
Ad networks cannot link in-app activity across third-party apps to a persistent identifier.
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.