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Device ID

Tracking

It’s like a name tag for your phone or tablet that apps can see.

Definition

A unique code assigned to a device, often used by apps or advertisers to identify and track the device.

In plain English It’s like a name tag for your phone or tablet that apps can see.

Why this matters

Why it matters: Tracking via device ID can happen even without cookies or account login.

Example

Example: iOS and Android assign device IDs that can be reset or limited in settings.