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If you\u2019re a smartphone user, you\u2019re likely familiar with the term \u2018app tracking\u2019. If you\u2019re an iPhone user, you\u2019ll have encountered it when installing a new app. This is where a pop up appears asking something along the lines of \u201cAllow \u2018App\u2019 to track your activity across other companies\u2019 apps and websites?\u201d. However, what app tracking really means, might be unfamiliar to you. Follow along with this blog to learn how to turn off app tracking and why you should! \u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What is app tracking?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

App tracking is the process of combining information about you from one app and information about you from other apps or websites. Information that is for targeted ads or for sharing with data brokers (an individual or company that specialises in collecting personal data or data about companies). So, when you click \u2018Allow\u2019 when asked whether or not you\u2019ll allow app tracking<\/a>, these are the terms and actions you are agreeing to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What is tracked?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Data collected via app tracking can include a wide range of information. Commonly tracked data includes, age, gender and location details, and even technical data about nearby cell phone towers or Wi-Fi routers. This combination of data allows for a better understanding of user preferences and behaviour. All of which helps create refined targeting for marketers and advertisers and can also result in a more personalised experience for the user. However, if you choose to select the option \u201cAsk app not to track\u201d, then this information can\u2019t be accessed by an app\u2019s developer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What does it mean if I don’t allow an app to track?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s difficult to say how much of a difference you\u2019ll notice when you don’t allow your smartphone’s apps to track. It is said you might see less intrusive \u00a0customised ads. This means you might be able to expect a more natural experience when using apps. But overall, you\u2019ll just have the much sought-after, digital privacy! However, it\u2019s important to note that you won\u2019t notice a complete elimination of ads. The ads just won\u2019t be curated with the use of your personal details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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With their release of iOS 14.5, Apple introduced the long-awaited opt-in option for users when it comes to app tracking. This means you can either disallow app tracking upon installation of an app by taping \u201cAsk app not to track\u201d, or you can turn it off in your Settings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To turn off app tracking<\/a> in your iPhone\u2019s settings go to Settings, tap Privacy, then select Tracking<\/strong>. After that you can go through and do this for all of, or just some of your apps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Unfortunately, Android makes it a little more difficult to have control over what apps are able to track your data. At least, it\u2019s not as simple as Apple.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ll need to go into your Android\u2019s Settings and then tap the Privacy tab.<\/strong> Here you can turn off diagnostic data sharing with Google and the sending of marketing information.<\/strong> If you scroll further down to the Advanced section<\/strong>, you\u2019ll find an option called Ads<\/strong>. If you go into here, you can opt out of ad personalisation within apps<\/strong> too!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Turning off app tracking is crucial in safeguarding your digital privacy. But, keeping it on can also streamline your online experience! That\u2019s why it\u2019s important to understand what app tracking really involves before you enable it or not! If you do need help with smartphone and tablet training, computer and laptop repairs or computer upgrades Book a Geek today!<\/a> We\u2019ve got the tech know-how, so you won\u2019t have to worry about a thing! \u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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If you\u2019re a smartphone user, you\u2019re likely familiar with the term \u2018app tracking\u2019. If you\u2019re an iPhone user, you\u2019ll have encountered it when installing a new app. This is where a pop up appears asking something along the lines of \u201cAllow \u2018App\u2019 to track your activity across other companies\u2019 apps and websites?\u201d. 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