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To reset or remove Android’s Advertising ID, open Settings > Privacy > Ads. Google also documents Settings > Google > All services > Privacy & security > Ads for newer ad-privacy controls. Choose Reset Advertising ID for a replacement, or Delete Advertising ID to remove it rather than receive a new one. This limits a particular advertising identifier; it does not make ads disappear or switch off every form of tracking.
Reset or delete: what is the difference?
| Choice | What happens | What it does not promise |
|---|---|---|
| Reset Advertising ID | Android replaces the current advertising identifier with a new one. | It does not guarantee that ads stop or that apps cannot use other data or identifiers. |
| Delete Advertising ID | The identifier is removed instead of replaced. On devices covered by Google Play services’ change, requests to access a deleted ID receive a string of zeros. | It does not guarantee that ads stop or prevent every app from collecting or using data. |
Google describes the ID as an identifier used for advertising-related purposes, including ad personalization. Google Play Console Help cautions: “Your advertising ID will be deleted, but apps may have their own settings, which can also affect the types of ads you see.” (Google Play Console Help: Advertising ID)
How to find the Advertising ID controls
- Open your Android device’s Settings.
- Tap Privacy, then Ads.
- Choose Reset Advertising ID or Delete Advertising ID, depending on whether you want a replacement or removal.
Google documents this path as Settings > Privacy > Ads. Menu names and locations can vary by device and Android version. If you do not see the same options, search Settings for Ads or Advertising ID. Google’s developer help also lists the older route Privacy > Advanced > Ads, where the control may be labeled Opt out of Ads Personalization. That is an older label, not a universal current menu. (Google Play Console Help: Advertising ID)
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Android’s controls for ad topics, app-suggested ads, and ad measurement are distinct from the Advertising ID. Google documents them under Settings > Google > All services > Privacy & security > Ads > Ads privacy. You can turn these features off there where available. (Google Android Help: Manage your ad privacy settings on Android)
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- Please note, this device does not support E-SIM; This 4G model is compatible with all GSM networks worldwide outside of the U.S. In the US, ONLY compatible with T-Mobile and their MVNO's (Metro and Standup). It will NOT work with other CDMA carriers, and it is also not compatible with their MVNO (Visible, Xfinity Mobile, US Mobile, Cricket Wireless, etc).
- Compatibility with certain third-party devices and accessibility accessories, including some hearing aids, may vary depending on manufacturer support, Bluetooth protocols, software compatibility, and regional firmware limitations. For additional hearing aid compatibility information, please refer to Samsung’s official support documentation.
- Camera: 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/2.76", 0.64µm, AF | 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/2.76", 0.64µm, AF | 2 MP, f/2.4, (macro). Battery: 5000 mAh, non-removable | A power adapter is NOT included.
Ad topics
Android can infer topics of interest from apps used on the device, and apps may request topics for ad personalization. Google says Android shares up to three topics at a time with an app and deletes ad topics after four weeks. Removing a topic prevents Android from sharing that topic again, but does not ensure that you will stop seeing ads related to it.
App-suggested ads
You can block an app from suggesting ads through these controls. Google says doing so deletes the associated suggestion data; related ads may still appear.
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Ad measurement
This separate control concerns ad measurement. It is not the Advertising ID reset or delete option.
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You may still see ads after resetting or deleting the ID. An ad’s appearance can depend on more than that identifier: Google notes that personalization may depend on ad-privacy settings, Advertising ID settings, and the policies of the apps you use. Apps may also provide their own ad settings or use other identifiers. (Google Android Help: Manage your ad privacy settings on Android; Google Play Console Help: Advertising ID)
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- Carrier: This phone is locked to Tracfone, which means this device can only be used on the Tracfone wireless network. Tracfone plan required, activating is easy, just 3 steps.
- DISPLAY: Immersive viewing on a 6.7-inch super-bright 120Hz display with powerful stereo speakers and Bass Boost for cinematic entertainment.
- CAMERA SYSTEM: Advanced 50MP Quad Pixel camera captures sharp, detailed photos and videos in any lighting condition
- PERFORMANCE: Lightning-fast 5G connectivity paired with a powerful processor and RAM Boost for smooth multitasking.
- BATTERY LIFE: Long-lasting 5000mAh battery with TurboPower charging technology delivers hours of power in minutes.
A 2024 study by Sebastian Zimmeck, Nishant Aggarwal, Zachary Liu, and Konrad Kollnig analyzed network traffic from 1,811 top-free apps in the US Google Play Store. The authors reported that neither the Android AdID setting nor Global Privacy Control had a substantial impact on the examined apps’ data selling and sharing practices. That finding is limited to the study’s sample and measurements; it does not establish how every Android app behaves. (“From Ad Identifiers to Global Privacy Control: The Status Quo and Future of Opting Out of Ad Tracking on Android”)
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- Charger NOT Included, 6.7" Super AMOLED FHD+, 90Hz Refresh Rate, 385 ppi, 800 nits (HBM), 1080x2340px, 5000mAh Battery
- 128GB, 4GB RAM, microSDXC, Exynos 1330 (5nm), Octa-Core, Mali-G68 MP2 or Mali-G57 MC2 GPU
- Rear Camera: 50MP, f/1.8 (wide) + 5MP, f/2.2 (ultrawide) + 2MP, f/2.4 (macro), LED flash, panorama, HDR; Front Camera: 13MP, f/2.0, Android 14, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 6.1
- 3G: HSDPA 850/900/1700(AWS)/1900/2100; 4G LTE: 1/2/3/4/5/7/12/13/14/20/25/26/28/29/30/38/39/40/41/48/66/71, 5G: 2/5/25/41/66/71/77/78 SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave - Nano-SIM + eSIM
- US Model – Global Connectivity – Compatible with Most GSM Carriers like T-Mobile, AT&T, MetroPCS, etc. Will Also work with CDMA Carriers Such as Verizon, Straight Talk.
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- YOUR CONTENT, SUPER SMOOTH: The ultra-clear 6.7" FHD+ Super AMOLED display of Galaxy A17 5G helps bring your content to life, whether you're scrolling through recipes or video chatting with loved ones.¹
- LIVE FAST. CHARGE FASTER: Focus more on the moment and less on your battery percentage with Galaxy A17 5G. Super Fast Charging powers up your battery so you can get back to life sooner.²
- MEMORIES MADE PICTURE PERFECT: Capture every angle in stunning clarity, from wide family photos to close-ups of friends, with the triple-lens camera on Galaxy A17 5G.
- NEED MORE STORAGE? WE HAVE YOU COVERED: With an improved 2TB of expandable storage, Galaxy A17 5G makes it easy to keep cherished photos, videos and important files readily accessible whenever you need them.³
- BUILT TO LAST: With an improved IP54 rating, Galaxy A17 5G is even more durable than before.⁴ It’s built to resist splashes and dust and comes with a stronger yet slimmer Gorilla Glass Victus front and Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer back.
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