06.18.2023
Starting with iOS 17 and macOS Sonoma, Safari automatically removes tracking parameters from URLs while in Private Browsing Mode, in order to prevent cross-website tracking. When a tracking parameter is
Apple calls this new feature Link Tracking Protection, and it also works for links shared in the Messages and Mail apps. The links will still work as expected, but will no longer have unique identifiers embedded into the URL for tracking purposes.
In a WWDC 2023 video for developers, Apple shared an example of a URL before and after the tracking parameters are removed. The original URL has a unique "click_id" parameter that advertisers can use to track a user's activity across websites. Safari automatically removes this parameter to protect the user's privacy.
iOS 17 and macOS Sonoma will be released later this year, and are currently available in beta for users with an Apple developer account.
Tag: Safari
This article, "iOS 17 Automatically Removes Tracking Parameters From URLs in Safari Private Browser, Messages, and Mail" first appeared on MacRumors.com
Discuss this article in our forums
You may also be interested in this
iPhone 16 Pro screens rum…
05.16.2023
Another leaker has claimed Apple will be making the Pro models of the iPhone 16 collection a bit larger than earlier models, all to create space for the periscope lens.iPhone
Apple Watch Fall Detectio…
05.12.2023
The Apple Watch's health features are making headlines this month, and have been credited with saving at least two lives. Fall Detection came in handy in two emergency situations in
Reality Pro headset signi…
05.18.2023
A new report on the upcoming Apple Reality Pro AR/VR headset says that the device is significantly compromised, compared to the company’s original vision for the device. It also says
Apple bans ChatGPT use by…
05.19.2023
Apple employees will be restricted from using ChatGPT and other artificial intelligence tools, The Wall Street Journal reports Friday. Apple Park in Cupertino, California Aaron Tilley and Miles Kruppa for
Apple @ Work Podcast: Jum…
05.16.2023
Sponsored by Kolide Kolide’s method means fewer support tickets, less frustration, and most importantly: 100% fleet compliance. Visit kolide.com/appleatwork to learn more or book a demo. In this episode of Apple @ Work,
macOS Ventura 13.4 releas…
05.10.2023
Macworld Apple has started the countdown to the next version of macOS Ventura with the release of the first macOS Ventura 13.4 release candidate. As always, this beta has initially
Apple wearable tags descr…
05.15.2023
A patent application for Apple wearable tags has been revealed, after the company originally took steps to disguise its identity. Apple describes how tags could be worn on the body,
Expand your app collectio…
05.30.2023
Setapp is a subscription service that provides access to hundreds of Mac and iOS apps and recently introduced a Family Plan aimed at helping users save money.Setapp adds a Family
