{"id":23301,"date":"2023-02-20T18:19:37","date_gmt":"2023-02-21T02:19:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/?p=23301"},"modified":"2024-01-24T00:10:38","modified_gmt":"2024-01-24T08:10:38","slug":"stop-watching-ads-on-youtube","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/stop-watching-ads-on-youtube\/","title":{"rendered":"Stop Watching Ads on YouTube, Donate and De-Google Instead"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Time is money, especially when it comes to YouTube ads. But contrary to popular belief, most <strong>video influencers don\u2019t make a living through ad revenue<\/strong>. According to Influencer Marketing Hub, <strong>an average YouTuber earns $3-$5 per 1000 views. <\/strong>This means creators with smaller following barely make any money on ads. Yet, YouTube increases how many ads you have to sit through, breaking income records year after year.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Installing an ad-blocker seems like an easy solution to this, but doing so takes away from creators you regularly watch. Luckily, we have <strong>an easy solution to help you stop watching YouTube ads and still help YouTubers<\/strong> put food on their tables.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color: #d5dde3; padding: 15px; border-radius: 10px; width: 500px;\">\n<h4>Table of Contents<\/h4>\n<a href=\"#worthit\">Is Watching Ads on YouTube Worth It?<\/a><br>\n<a href=\"#degoogling\">Why You Should Consider De-Googling Your Phone<\/a><br>\n<section style=\"text-indent: 15px;\"><a href=\"#benefits\">Benefits of De-Googling Your Phone<\/a>\n  <section style=\"text-indent: 15px;\"><a href=\"#drawbacks\">Drawbacks of Using a De-Googled Device<\/a><\/section>\n<section style=\"text-indent: 15px;\"><a href=\"#easier\">Make Your Life Easier and Buy an Already De-Googled Phone<\/a><\/section>\n<a href=\"#stress\">De-Google Your Android Phone Without Stress<\/a><br>\n<a href=\"#data\">Don\u2019t Pay YouTubers With Your Data \u2014 They Won\u2019t Make a Living from It<\/a><br>\n<a href=\"#faq\">FAQ<\/a><br>\n<\/section><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"worthit\"><strong>Is Watching Ads on YouTube Worth It?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/LtnqNiQpN4qxs5UM62iVrHLmK5CAKLIyfct4mtcQ8xF6eXXNuDxHHcUmVj3oCHvUnyJjfenl9asv4d5cUpUbvAYfii6K92296L2Suj4uadBPy8ZSSjGF2D6rElEy_wpK5FwZRVfXKQDQ1dqUSofnK00\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:500px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">YouTube ads feel like a scam \u2014 and they might as well be<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Spoiler alert: it\u2019s not. The only person who benefits from it is Susan Wojcicki. Let\u2019s take a closer look at what happens behind YouTube ads.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/finance.yahoo.com\/news\/much-youtubers-213800157.html#:~:text=The%20average%20YouTube%20pay%20in,or%20%2418%20per%201%2C000%20views\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">According to Yahoo! Finance<\/a>, top creators on the platform earn,<strong> on average, between $0.003-$0.005 per ad view<\/strong>. Keep in mind, you need to watch a whole ad or at least 30 seconds (depending on which one is shorter) of an ad for the revenue to count.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you commit to watching six ads every day for a month, you\u2019d earn one YouTuber around $0.90 \u2014 assuming none of the videos you watch get demonetized. Such commitment would also cost you three hours of staring at repeated ads.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This case scenario <strong>only counts for creators who qualify for the right to monetize<\/strong> their videos. However, YouTube still embeds ads in videos from smaller accounts, but it doesn\u2019t pay them for the revenue. They can\u2019t opt out of it either!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It gets worse. <strong>Watching YouTube ads can actually compromise your data privacy.<\/strong> It\u2019s not a secret Google and all of its services collect heaps of your information to use it for their own benefit and increase profit. They claim it\u2019s to improve your experience and make their platforms run better, but it\u2019s doubtful this is the only use-case scenario.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You have two options to get out of the web of big internet corporations:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">First, <strong>support your favorite creators in ways that don\u2019t put you at a disadvantage<\/strong>. Donating $1 a month to a Patreon page saves you three hours of your time and guarantees a higher income for YouTubers.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you don\u2019t want to commit to monthly payments, why not <strong>purchase a creator\u2019s merchandise<\/strong> from their shop?\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You don\u2019t even have to spend money to show your support. Exposure is the key to growth on social media, so sharing an aspiring vlogger\u2019s posts on your stories or liking any sponsored posts can really <strong>boost their engagement<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Second, <strong>de-Google your phone to keep your data to yourself<\/strong> \u2014 without necessarily ditching YouTube.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<a style=\"text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/buy-vpn-online?conversionpoint=youtube_ads\"><button class=\"bg-btn-1\"> Block Ads with PIA <\/button><\/a>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"degoogling\"><strong>Why You Should Consider De-Googling Your Phone<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As it is, <strong>your phone gives Google unrestricted administrative access to all of your data<\/strong>. Since the company\u2019s business model heavily relies on selling ads on its apps, like YouTube and Gmail, they can easily sell your data in exchange for money. And they likely do. Don\u2019t let them monetize your privacy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>De-Googling involves removing Google from your operating system<\/strong> and blocking its permissions to mine data from your phone. However, it\u2019s not a black-and-white scenario, so consider its pros and cons before you commit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"benefits\"><strong>Benefits of De-Googling Your Phone<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">De-Googling your phone automatically <strong>increases your data privacy<\/strong> as you cut off Google from constant access to your information. Advertisers can\u2019t purchase your details from Google, so you can stop feeling like someone is always watching over your shoulder.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Better still, replacing Google with a privacy-first operating system gives your phone<strong> a<\/strong> <strong>better encryption standard and tighter permissions<\/strong> by default. This lowers the risk of installing malicious apps or hackers breaking into your device at any point.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Your phone\u2019s battery life might even double<\/strong> since Google apps aren\u2019t constantly draining it. You\u2019ll also notice <strong>less lag when using the phone<\/strong> as de-Googling often boosts performance.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"drawbacks\"><strong>Drawbacks of Using a De-Googled Device<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most cons come from the lack of convenience you\u2019re used to. The de-Googled interface is less attractive than a default Android. <strong>Your favorite apps may not be compatible<\/strong> with a different operating system as they\u2019re often built purposely for Android or iOS. In addition, <strong>your phone camera might downgrade in quality<\/strong> too as some versions rely on Google\u2019s features to work properly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Though you can install certain Google services on a de-Googled phone, <strong>Google Maps, Google Assistant, and Google Pay won\u2019t work <\/strong>without additional tweaks. This means no in-app purchases and no phone contactless payments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"easier\"><strong>Make Your Life Easier and Buy an Already De-Googled Phone<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Google purposefully makes you very reliant on its services to put you off from leaving. It also makes it pretty time-consuming to replace it \u2014 but you can bypass all of it by <strong>getting a phone with a privacy-focused OS already installed<\/strong> on it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Depending on which online retailer you choose, you can get popular phone brands, like Samsung, OnePlus, or Pixel. Though they won\u2019t run the familiar operating system, you might prefer it as it\u2019ll still have a more similar interface. If you\u2019d prefer something else, <strong>use manufacturers who design and make private-oriented phones<\/strong>. More common options include Purism, Fairphone, Tough Mobile 2C, and Silent Circle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"stress\"><strong>De-Google Your Android Phone Without Stress<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh4.googleusercontent.com\/jCJoCXm3uYhPQoosOPSA52P74APM1W0kwGNJczgOrW9LFhTlPL1PgOLFs2m_ytCXLrtnxD1oblUbz4z7ZPzyvNui4l9xy1ef2cbtN6gT8CQ2pq7f0MMp5uDIN8DKWBhh8HBXpKFHFYNvTM8M4RBuxGo\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:500px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Grab your phone, PC, and a USB cable to easily de-google your life<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">How you de-Google your phone depends on the alternative operating system you choose. We\u2019ll outline the <strong>guide below specifically for GrapheneOS,<\/strong> but you can use it to guide you through LineageOS, \/e\/ OS, and other options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before you start, <strong>check whether your device is compatible with the operating system<\/strong> you\u2019re looking to use. Just because you use an Android, it doesn\u2019t mean every de-Googled OS will work. <strong>You\u2019ll also need at least 2GB of storage free<\/strong> on your phone to install new files.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4cccc; padding: 10px; border-radius: 25px;\">\n  <p>Remember to <strong>back up any data from your phone<\/strong> you don\u2019t want to lose. Wiping your OS removes everything without the possibility of getting it back. Depending on your jurisdiction<strong> de-Googling your phone may also void its warranty<\/strong>.<\/p>\n <p><\/p><\/div> <br><br>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color: #f3f3f3; padding: 10px; border-radius: 25px;\">\n  <ol><li><strong>Connect the phone to your PC<\/strong> using a USB cable.\u00a0<\/li><br>\n    <li>Go into <strong><em>Settings<\/em><\/strong>, tap <strong><em>About phone<\/em><\/strong>, and open <strong><em>Software information<\/em><\/strong>. Keep pressing the build number until you <strong>enable the developer mode<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/li><br>\n    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/K2o-40dBnXXnjKbT6U0Y46m6MfpjIu_KReV-OGTfcJy8qsXJ6hsgQEq8Q_Wt3Mv9dD0Np0BI7yWlntvnvypMk2GULH0GUzeEifoi95kvI82MeYTJGilEeNBV5GYF4lw1VnQrOuD0zSVN4dXgexRMRwc\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Tapping the build number turns on the developer mode<\/figcaption><\/figure><br>\n    <li>Open <strong><em>Settings<\/em><\/strong> again, then go into <strong><em>System<\/em><\/strong> and <strong><em>Developer Options<\/em><\/strong>. <strong>Toggle the <\/strong><strong><em>OEM unlocking<\/em><\/strong> on.<\/li><br>\n    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh5.googleusercontent.com\/AlaQbiZOnY6gLjB0JaDDaR_azI519X2k9rZPkxYzcUx8ODO-TMYhlsq-JJnhPQXby9zhrLYg-gWYwSV-6lOToVr3jJeLfnwr4lqDQKIbdFIMIc-Qh8Xl_d9AbEGJvdGuxSPiCYAQxnaVUI_CXZdDtgY\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Entering the developer mode lets you access previously-locked settings<\/figcaption><\/figure><br>\n    <li>Hold the volume down button to <strong>boot your phone into the bootloader interface<\/strong>. You need to hold it down until the boot finishes.<\/li><br>\n    <li><strong>Install drivers for your PC to recognize a phone in bootloader mode.<\/strong> How you do it depends on your computer\u2019s operating system:<\/li><\/ol>\n  <li>If you use <strong>Linux<\/strong>, download the android-sdk-platform-tools-common package (on Debian and Ubuntu) or the android-udev package (on Arch Linux) using apt.<\/li><br>\n  <li>If you use <strong>Windows<\/strong>, run a check through Windows Updates and open <em>View Optional Updates<\/em>. Click on the driver for the Android bootloader interface. If you can\u2019t find it, download it from Google and manually install it using Windows Device Manager.<\/li><br>\n  <ol start=\"6\"><li><strong>Unlock the bootloader and flash your phone.<\/strong> GrapheneOS can do it for you, so <a href=\"https:\/\/grapheneos.org\/install\/web\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">visit its website<\/a> and click <em>Unlock bootloader<\/em>.<\/li><br>\n    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh5.googleusercontent.com\/vreZ80KVW9c15d9lmFqVZ-Al_8VNiUqprPu4QPBmmmlwDaCES0CF1vr2MEqc2Hs4G2kZBqCUMtZ5czyc1uDe19oFJhGDC9Wxo3VZf3s16LZ350JzuHjuXBb5YE4wD1e8iswlg9FPFcupdDCQkmSJutc\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Graphane does the hard work of unlocking the bootloader for you<\/figcaption><\/figure><br>\n    <li><strong>Download GrapheneOS <\/strong>factory images and <strong>flash-release it<\/strong> onto your phone.<\/li><br>\n    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/57GzvWhQ0UJCP2JUe2OnbR5YqgruOtSgmK1JQRVb4fypQHuV3NSkRBbYFQHHn1UwMous_kpQwRPFcGhrHuA8tlKBNFhy-USQpou98sGFaBxKQqVw4ELyJIGxryhcAeHGJD3FPn1-75p7zDwM7h7UNrU\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Download and flash GraphaneOS on your phone with 2 clicks<\/figcaption><\/figure><br>\n    <li><strong>Lock the bootloader<\/strong> using its interface and confirm on your phone.<\/li><br>\n    <li><strong>Your phone is now ready to use<\/strong> with its shiny new GrapheneOS.<\/li>\n    \n <p><\/p><\/ol><\/div> <br><br>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before you start using the new operating system, take a few additional steps to complete the process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Go back and <strong>disable the OSM settings<\/strong> to increase your software security. Simply go back to <em>Settings<\/em> &gt; <em>System<\/em> &gt; <em>Developer Options<\/em> and toggle OSM off.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Verify GrapheneOS installation using its Auditor\u2019s app.<\/strong> If you need help, <a href=\"https:\/\/attestation.app\/tutorial\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">use the official guide here<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you want your old apps, <strong>install Google Play from <\/strong><strong><em>Apps<\/em><\/strong>, which comes pre-installed on GrapheneOS. For them to work, you need Google Play Services, Google Play Framework, and Google Play Store.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"data\"><strong>Don\u2019t Pay YouTubers With Your Data \u2014 They Won\u2019t Make a Living from It<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Content creators don\u2019t make a living through ad revenue<\/strong> unless they have millions of views per video. Even then, it\u2019s likely not their main source of income \u2014 merch sales and sponsorships are. So you can stop watching YouTube ads and not feel guilty about it.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want to encourage the creators you love to make more content, <strong>purchase their merch or donate to their Patreon. <\/strong>Or share their sponsored posts on social media to boost their engagement and, in turn, earn them more money through visibility and clicks.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"faq\"><strong>FAQ<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1676693374578\"><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\">Is watching YouTube ads worth it?<\/h3> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"><strong>No.<\/strong> Even if you spent three hours every month watching all the ads on PewDiePie\u2019s or MrBeast\u2019s videos, they\u2019d earn less than $1. <strong>You\u2019d also hand over the copious amount of your data to YouTube<\/strong> as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/social-media-data-collection\/\">every social media platform harvests information<\/a> like no tomorrow.<br><br>If you\u2019d like to limit your digital footprint, download a VPN. PIA limits the data that advertisers and Google can get from you. When you connect, your traffic travels through an encrypted tunnel, masking your identity. We also stick to a strict <a href=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/vpn-features\/no-logs-vpn\">No Logs policy<\/a>, which means we don\u2019t collect any usage data whatsoever.\u00a0<br><br><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1676693395058\"><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\">What does it mean to de-Google a phone?<\/h3> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">De-Googling your phone means<strong> stripping it from its original software and apps<\/strong>. Instead, you install a more secure open-source OS, like LineageOS or GrapheneOS. It\u2019s one way to protect your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/stay-anonymous-online\">online identity<\/a> and keep Google away from your personally identifiable data.<br><br><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1676693408680\"><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\">How do you de-Google a phone?<\/h3> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The easiest way is to <strong>buy an already de-Googled phone<\/strong>. You can usually get them on eBay or other online marketplaces. Alternatively, purchase them directly from a less-known phone manufacturer, like Fairphone, which sells phones running \/e\/OS.<br><br>If you don\u2019t want to ditch your current phone, you can <strong>flash a privacy-friendly OS<\/strong> on it to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/get-google-out-of-your-mobile-life-with-e-os\/\">get Google out of your mobile life<\/a>. The instructions differ from one OS to another, but you can use our step-by-step guide to figure it out.<br><br><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1676693422828\"><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\">What is it like to use a de-Googled phone?<\/h3> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"><strong>De-Googled phones run much faster<\/strong> than Android, so you experience less lag. Your phone <strong>battery lasts longer<\/strong> \u2014 sometimes even for two days at a time! You also get to use more private web browsers, while every app you install automatically comes with very limited permissions. This <a href=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/can-websites-track-your-phone\/\">stops websites and apps from tracking your data<\/a> and <strong>keeps malware out of your phone<\/strong>.<br><br><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1676693447280\"><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can you revert a de-Googled phone to its initial state?<\/h3> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"><strong>Yes, you can<\/strong> with <a href=\"https:\/\/flash.android.com\/welcome?continue=%2Fback-to-public\">Android\u2019s web flashing tool<\/a>. However, it works only on Pixel, DragonBoard, HighKey, and GlassEntreprise builds. If your phone isn\u2019t compatible with the tool, you won\u2019t be able to re-Google your device.<br><br>Should you revert back to Android software, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/buy-vpn-online?conversionpoint=youtube_ads\"><strong>get PIA VPN to block ads<\/strong><\/a>. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/ad-blocking-vpn\">ad-blocking VPN<\/a> add-on, PIA MACE, stops interruptions at the DNS level, which includes all ads on the video-streaming platform. It also comes included in every subscription, so you don\u2019t have to pay extra to use it!<br><\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p> YouTube ads waste your time and earn creators barely any money. 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It\u2019s one way to protect your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/stay-anonymous-online\">online identity<\/a> and keep Google away from your personally identifiable data.<br\/><br\/>","inLanguage":"en-US"},"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/stop-watching-ads-on-youtube\/#faq-question-1676693408680","position":3,"url":"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/stop-watching-ads-on-youtube\/#faq-question-1676693408680","name":"How do you de-Google a phone?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"The easiest way is to <strong>buy an already de-Googled phone<\/strong>. You can usually get them on eBay or other online marketplaces. Alternatively, purchase them directly from a less-known phone manufacturer, like Fairphone, which sells phones running \/e\/OS.<br\/><br\/>If you don\u2019t want to ditch your current phone, you can <strong>flash a privacy-friendly OS<\/strong> on it to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/get-google-out-of-your-mobile-life-with-e-os\/\">get Google out of your mobile life<\/a>. The instructions differ from one OS to another, but you can <a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/1IXQiU6fMOZCm9mRAUctSWIKTRMQ_Ixo0rXF6JqJueks\/edit#heading=h.23tx87ckvf8o\">use our step-by-step guide<\/a> to figure it out.<br\/><br\/>","inLanguage":"en-US"},"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/stop-watching-ads-on-youtube\/#faq-question-1676693422828","position":4,"url":"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/stop-watching-ads-on-youtube\/#faq-question-1676693422828","name":"What is it like to use a de-Googled phone?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"<strong>De-Googled phones run much faster<\/strong> than Android, so you experience less lag. Your phone <strong>battery lasts longer<\/strong> \u2014 sometimes even for two days at a time! You also get to use more private web browsers, while every app you install automatically comes with very limited permissions. This <a href=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/can-websites-track-your-phone\/\">stops websites and apps from tracking your data<\/a> and <strong>keeps malware out of your phone<\/strong>.<br\/><br\/>","inLanguage":"en-US"},"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/stop-watching-ads-on-youtube\/#faq-question-1676693447280","position":5,"url":"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/blog\/stop-watching-ads-on-youtube\/#faq-question-1676693447280","name":"Can you revert a de-Googled phone to its initial state?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"<strong>Yes, you can<\/strong> with <a href=\"https:\/\/flash.android.com\/welcome?continue=%2Fback-to-public\">Android\u2019s web flashing tool<\/a>. However, it works only on Pixel, DragonBoard, HighKey, and GlassEntreprise builds. If your phone isn\u2019t compatible with the tool, you won\u2019t be able to re-Google your device.<br\/><br\/>Should you revert back to Android software, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/buy-vpn-online?conversionpoint=youtube_ads\"><strong>get PIA VPN to block ads<\/strong><\/a>. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.privateinternetaccess.com\/ad-blocking-vpn\">ad-blocking VPN<\/a> add-on, PIA MACE, stops interruptions at the DNS level, which includes all ads on the video-streaming platform. 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