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Delete Advertising ID on Xiaomi HyperOS 3

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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, navigate to Google, select Ads, and tap 'Delete advertising ID'.

Usually found under: Settings > Google > Ads

Menu names may differ by device and version.

What you lose

Ad networks will no longer track your profile across apps via the standard advertising 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.

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