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Is Google Always Listening?

Elena Rostova • • 7 min read
Is Google Always Listening?
If it surprises you that Google is always listening to you, Google offers acceptable reasons for keeping the microphone on your mobile device open. The OK Google feature on your phone needs to recognize the words “okay Google” when you speak them. Google Assistant needs to recognize whenever you ask for help.

Is Google listening to me always?

If you have a certain setting enabled on your Android phone, saying "OK Google" or "Hey Google" will cause it to listen for a command. Before you say this wake phrase, your phone is listening for the keywords, but is not recording everything you say and uploading it to Google.

How do I stop Google from listening?

How to stop the Google search app from listening to you on your Android

  1. Launch the Settings app.
  2. Tap Apps & Notifications or Apps, depending on your device.
  3. Select See all apps if required. Otherwise, scroll down and tap Google.
  4. Choose Permissions.
  5. Tap Microphone.
  6. Select Deny to prevent Google from using the mic.
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Elena Rostova holds a Master's degree in Public Health Journalism. She covers groundbreaking medical research, holistic wellness trends, mental health awareness, and nutritional science.