# Apple TVs do not use ACR

Source: https://glassback.app/turn-off-acr/apple (Glassback, independent, not affiliated with Apple). Last checked 23 September 2026.

## Short answer

Apple TVs do not use ACR to track what is on screen.

## Optional switches

Newest firmware, applies to tvOS 18 and newer:

1. Settings > General > Privacy & Security > Tracking: turn off "Allow Apps to Ask to Track"
2. Settings > General > Privacy & Security, then Analytics & Improvements: turn off "Share Apple TV Analytics" and "Share with App Developers"

Older firmware, applies to tvOS 17:

1. Settings > General > Privacy, then Analytics & Improvements: turn off "Share Apple TV Analytics"
2. Settings > General > Privacy > Apple Advertising: turn off "Personalized Ads"
3. Settings > General > Privacy > Tracking: turn off "Allow Apps to Ask to Track"

Models: Apple TV 4K (2017–2025, https://glassback.app/tv/apple-tv-4k)

## Does turning it off break anything?

No. Apps, inputs and updates keep working. You may lose personalised recommendations.

Evidence and sources: https://glassback.app/evidence