What is com.android.adservices.api?
The source groups this package under “Privacy Sandbox / federated learning. APEX modules here, under com.android.* names (com.google.android.*”. Its individual function is not documented; keep it enabled unless you have model-specific evidence.
Is it safe to disable com.android.adservices.api?
Disabling com.android.adservices.api has trade-offs.
The source notes indicate feature trade-offs, or the impact is insufficiently documented. Read the source notes and device context before deciding; keep it enabled if the impact is unclear.
Not independently verified by tvdebloat. Original source files and any upstream-reported test dates are linked in the device context below.
How do I re-enable com.android.adservices.api?
If the app was disabled for user 0 and ADB remains accessible, run:
adb shell pm enable --user 0 com.android.adservices.api
Check the intended TV with adb devices. This is not a complete recovery procedure.
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Submit an update →Found on these devices
- onn 4K Plus Streaming (2025)
Google TV 14 (SDK 34) · firmware URO4.260304.011.B1.15051976
List: cautionOriginal device source · Imported snapshot
Upstream-reported test: date not recorded · not independently verified.
- onn 4K Streaming Box (2023)
Google TV 14 (SDK 34) · firmware URO4.260304.011.B1.15051976
List: cautionOriginal device source · Imported snapshot
Upstream-reported test: date not recorded · not independently verified.
- Philips Google TV TA7
Google TV 14 (API 34) · firmware UTT1.250308.001 (Brazil)
List: cautionOriginal device source · Imported snapshot
Upstream-reported test: 2026-10-20 · not independently verified.
Device source note: Privacy Sandbox ad services (third unit)
- TCL 55C745 (2023)
Google TV / Android 14 · firmware UTT2.250416.001 AU02
List: cautionOriginal device source · Imported snapshot
Upstream-reported test: 2026-10-21 · not independently verified.
Device source note: Privacy Sandbox
- TCL 85" C89B (2024)
Google TV / Android 14 · firmware UTT2.250416.001 AU02
List: cautionOriginal device source · Imported snapshot
Upstream-reported test: date not recorded · not independently verified.
Device source note: Privacy Sandbox
- TCL 75" T7 Series QLED (75T7, US)
Google TV / Android 14 · firmware UTT2.250416.001 AU16
List: cautionOriginal device source · Imported snapshot
Upstream-reported test: date not recorded · not independently verified.
Device source note: Privacy Sandbox
- TCL Q7C QD-Mini LED (Europe)
Google TV / Android 14 · firmware UTT2.250416.001 AU02
List: cautionOriginal device source · Imported snapshot
Upstream-reported test: date not recorded · not independently verified.
Device source note: Privacy Sandbox
- Xiaomi TV Stick 4K (2nd gen)
Google TV / Android 14 · firmware UKG3.250826.001 / V816.0.7.0.UZFAATK
List: cautionOriginal device source · Imported snapshot
Upstream-reported test: date not recorded · not independently verified.
- Xiaomi TV Stick 4K
Android TV 14 · firmware UKG3.250107.001 / V816.0.26.6.10.UZFAATK
List: cautionOriginal device source · Imported snapshot
Upstream-reported test: date not recorded · not independently verified.