Web and app activity is the data that Google collects from your activity on their services, including your search queries, websites you visit, and videos you watch. While this data is used to personalize your experience and deliver relevant ads, some people may prefer to turn this feature off for privacy reasons. In this article, we will guide you on how to turn off web and app activity.
Step 1: Go to your Google Account settings
The first step to turn off web and app activity is to go to your Google Account settings. You can access this by clicking on your profile picture in the top right corner of any Google page and selecting “Google Account” from the dropdown menu.
Step 1.1: Sign in to your Google Account
If you are not already signed in to your Google Account, you will be prompted to do so. Simply enter your email address and password to sign in.
Step 1.2: Click on “Data & personalization”
Once you are in your Google Account settings, scroll down until you find the “Data & personalization” section. Click on it to access the relevant settings.
Step 2: Turn off web and app activity
Now that you are in the “Data & personalization” section, scroll down until you find the “Activity controls” section. Under this section, you will see an option for “Web & App Activity”.
Step 2.1: Click on “Manage Activity”
To turn off web and app activity, click on the “Manage Activity” link under the “Web & App Activity” option. This will take you to a new page where you can manage your activity.
Step 2.2: Turn off web and app activity
On the “Manage Activity” page, click on the slider button next to “Web & App Activity” to turn it off. The slider should turn grey to indicate that the feature is turned off.
FAQs
What happens when I turn off web and app activity?
When you turn off web and app activity, Google will no longer collect data from your activity on their services. This means that your search queries, websites you visit, and videos you watch will no longer be used to personalize your experience or deliver relevant ads.
Can I turn off web and app activity for specific devices?
Yes, you can turn off web and app activity for specific devices by following the same steps outlined in this article. Simply go to your Google Account settings and select the device that you want to turn off web and app activity for.
Can I turn off web and app activity for specific services?
Yes, you can turn off web and app activity for specific services by going to your Google Account settings and selecting “Manage Activity” under the “Web & App Activity” option. From there, you can choose which services you want to turn off activity for.
Will turning off web and app activity affect my Google Assistant?
Yes, turning off web and app activity may affect the performance of your Google Assistant. This is because the Assistant uses your activity data to personalize your experience and provide relevant responses. However, you can still use the Assistant even if web and app activity is turned off.
Conclusion
Turning off web and app activity is a simple way to protect your privacy and limit the data that Google collects from your activity. By following the steps outlined in this article, you can easily turn off this feature and enjoy a more private browsing experience.