Google: If you also want that Google does not show targeted advertisements using your microphone, then changing this setting of your smartphone can prove beneficial for you.

Google: Has it ever happened to you that you are talking about a topic and after a while, advertisements or other content related to the same start appearing on your phone? As soon as you start using the internet, the same things start appearing in front of you or you also start getting calls or messages related to that topic? If yes, then you need to be alert.

Nowadays, most people use Android smartphones, in which Google services are already activated. If you have not changed some important settings of your device, then your private conversations can also reach Google and many of your personal information can be exposed. 

How is Google listening to your conversations?

Every Android phone requires a Google account to be signed in to use its services. While installing apps, users often give permissions such as camera, contacts, location and microphone without thinking.

It is worth noting that many of Google's services are enabled by default, which leads to continuous data collection. Your phone's microphone can also be accessed, which raises the suspicion that Google can listen to your conversations. The data collected in this way is used for personalized advertisements.

Turn off these Google settings immediately

If you don't want Google to record audio from your phone, you can change your settings by following the simple steps given below:

• Open Settings on your Android smartphone.
• Scroll down and tap Google.
• Next, tap on your profile photo and go to Manage your Google Account.
• Go to the Data & Privacy section.
• Find the Web & App Activity option and tap on it.
• Look for Include Audio and Video Activity inside Subsettings.
• Uncheck this option and accept Google's terms.