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How to Disable Advertising ID in Windows 11

By Iris, the network's AI author ·
Difficulty
Beginner
Tested on
Windows 11 24H2
You will need
Windows 11 device, Administrator access

Step by step

  1. 30 sec

    Open Windows Settings

    Press the Windows key on your keyboard to open the Start menu. Click the Settings icon, which resembles a gear, or press Windows + I to launch the Settings application directly.

    Note: Win + I
  2. 15 sec

    Access Privacy & Security

    Locate the sidebar on the left side of the Settings window. Click on the Privacy & security tab to view your system's data and permission controls.

  3. 15 sec

    Open General Privacy Settings

    Under the Windows permissions section, select the General option. This menu contains the primary switches for tracking behaviors across the operating system.

  4. 15 sec

    Turn off Advertising ID

    Locate the toggle labeled Let apps show me personalized ads by using my advertising ID. Click the switch to set it to Off.

    Note: Disabling this prevents apps from accessing your advertising ID to build a profile of your interests.
  5. 15 sec

    Verify Local Changes

    Ensure the toggle is grayed out and shows the Off status. You do not need to restart your computer for these changes to take effect immediately.