Enabling certain settings in the Google Wallet app allows you to see personalized deals based on the loyalty cards stored in your wallet. According to a new Google support page, this feature is gradually rolling out to users in the U.S., giving them greater control over their data and privacy settings.
### Manage Your Data and Privacy in Google Wallet
With your Google Wallet payments information and activity enabled to personalize content and experiences across Google, you can receive recommendations and deals tailored to the loyalty cards you have saved. Google can use your purchasing information and loyalty card details to show you special deals and personalized ads that might interest you.
If you prefer not to share this information with Google, you have the option to disable these settings at any time.
### How to Enable or Disable Personalization in Google Wallet App
1. Open the Google Wallet app on your device.
2. Tap the profile icon located in the upper right corner.
3. Select **Your data in Wallet** > **Manage data from Wallet and payments services**.
4. Toggle the setting **Use Wallet to personalize experiences across Google** on or off.
### How to Manage Privacy Settings on Desktop
To change these settings on your desktop:
1. Visit [wallet.google.com](https://wallet.google.com).
2. Click **Settings** in the left sidebar.
3. Under **Data & Privacy**, toggle **Use Wallet to personalize experiences across Google** on or off.
### Turn On Wallet History for More Relevant Ads
By enabling **Wallet History**, Google can use information from your Wallet and payment services to deliver more customized and useful ads. To turn this setting on via the app:
1. Open Google Wallet and tap the profile icon in the upper right corner.
2. Tap **Your data in Wallet** > **Manage data from Wallet and payments services**.
3. Tap **Use Wallet to personalize Google Ads**.
When toggling this setting on or off, users will be directed to Google’s **My Ad Center** for further personalization controls.
To manage this on your desktop, simply follow the instructions provided above for accessing Wallet settings.
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### Your Choice: Enable or Disable?
– **Yes. I want to see relevant ads and deals.**
– **No. Who wants to be bothered by personalized ads?**
The decision is yours to make, balancing personalized experiences with your privacy preferences.
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