# Google could put your IMEI number on the lock screen, but there's no need to worry

> Google could put your IMEI number on the lock screen, but there's no need to worry Jul 14, 2026 — 2:52 AM ET - We conducted a teardown of the Google Play Services app and found a toggle to display a device’s IMEI number…

- **Source:** [Android Authority](https://www.androidauthority.com/imei-number-lock-screen-toggle-apk-teardown-3687103/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6a55fe13c7e7d382b09e5c9e)
- **Published:** 2026-07-14
- **Category:** Phones
- **Tags:** #google #android
- **Canonical:** http://localhost:4321/a/6a55fe13c7e7d382b09e5c9e

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