How to Disable Ads on Android Phones, Quick and Easy Tips

The appearance of ads on Android devices often disrupts user convenience. In addition to being annoying, some ads also pose a risk of carrying viruses that can damage your device.

However, there are several methods you can use to remove these ads. The option to disable ads is usually hidden, whether it’s to eliminate ads from notifications or pop-ups.

Here’s an easy and quick way to remove ads on Samsung, Xiaomi, Oppo, and other Android devices.

How to Disable Ads from Google Chrome

Open the Google Chrome app on your Android device.
Tap the three-dot icon in the top right corner to access "Settings".
Scroll down until you find "Site Settings".
Select "Pop-ups and redirects", then enable the toggle to block pop-up ads.
Go back to the "Site Settings" menu and select "Intrusive ads".
Enable the "Intrusive ads" toggle to prevent harmful ads from appearing.

How to Disable Ads from the Home Screen

The first step you can try is removing third-party apps, as ads often come from these apps. Additionally, you can follow these steps:

Press and hold the app icon, then open the app info menu.
Scroll down until you find the "Display over other apps" option.
Turn off the "Allow display over other apps" toggle to prevent the app from displaying ads on your screen.

How to Disable Ads from Wallpaper

Some apps provide ad-supported wallpaper services, such as Glance. This service displays various content, including a significant number of ads. To disable it, follow these steps:

Swipe up from the home screen to open the app drawer.
Go to "Settings".
Scroll down and select "Lock Screen".
Open "Wallpaper Services".
Select "None" to disable the ad service.

How to Disable Ads on Samsung Phones

Open the "Settings" menu.
Select "Samsung Account".
Go to "Privacy", then choose "Customization Service".
Turn off "Customization this phone" to stop personalized content that often contains ads.

How to Disable Ads on Xiaomi Phones

From Settings:

Open "Settings" on your phone.
Select "Passwords & Security".
Go to "Privacy", then select "Ad Services".
Turn off "Personalized ad recommendations".

From MiUI System Ads:

Open "Settings" on your phone.
Select "Passwords & Security".
Go to "Authorization & Revocation".
Disable "MiUI System Ads".

From the Themes App:

Open the "Themes" app on your phone.
Go to "My Account", then select "Settings".
Turn off "Show ads" to stop ads from appearing.

How to Disable Ads on Oppo Phones

From Google Play Protect:

Open the Google Play Store app on your Oppo phone.
Tap the "Profile" icon in the top right corner.
Select "Play Protect", marked with a shield icon.
Go to "Settings" by tapping the gear icon in the top right corner.
Enable the toggles "Scan apps with Play Protect" and "Improve harmful app detection".

To Remove Adware:

Open "Settings" on your Oppo phone.
Go to "Apps", then select "App Management".
Find apps with suspicious or unknown names and icons.
Tap "Uninstall" to remove these apps.

By following the steps above, you can reduce or even eliminate annoying ads on your Android device. Make sure to always download apps from trusted sources and regularly check app permissions to keep your device safe and free from unwanted ads.

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