unique-id.googleapis.com: Google Unique ID Tracker Explained | Privacy Auditor
- Privacy Auditor Research Team
- Privacy , Trackers
- September 19, 2026
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unique-id.googleapis.com: How Google Tracks Your Device IDs
Google’s tracker, unique-id.googleapis.com, assigns and logs unique identifiers for devices and apps. It builds persistent profiles, eroding anonymity.
What Is unique-id.googleapis.com?
This endpoint handles unique IDs like Firebase Installation IDs and Advertising IDs to recognize specific app instances and devices across sessions.
Data It Collects
- Device Identifier: Persistent unique ID for hardware or app instance.
- GAID: Resettable ad ID linked to behavior.
- FID: App-specific ID for tracking.
- IP Address: Reveals location.
- User Agent: OS and app details.
- Timestamps: Precise logging of requests.
This creates detailed device profiles shared widely.
Who Gets Your Data?
- Google ad systems and RTB partners.
- App developers using Google services.
- Law enforcement via transparency reports.
Sources
- Google Privacy Policy.
- Android Developers docs.
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