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New Google default wipes customers' location, net historical past after 18 months

Alphabet Inc's Google mentioned on Wednesday it is going to mechanically delete some location historical past after 18 months for brand new customers and make it simpler for everybody to entry its search, Maps and YouTube apps with out being tracked.
Alphabet Inc's Google said on Wednesday it will automatically delete some location history after 18 months for new users and make it easier for everyone to access its search, Maps and YouTube apps without being tracked.

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