What is the method for setting up Audi's privacy mode?

[NadiaLynn]

Enter the 5F module in VCDS, click on Adaptation, fill in 06 in the channel, after reading, change the original 0 to 1, test and save before exiting. Access the hidden menu, sequentially select CAR, carExtDeviceList, and check the battery option.

[Judith]

When I first got my Audi A6, I also researched the privacy mode settings—this feature is quite practical. Typically after starting the vehicle, navigate to the main menu on the central control screen, find and click the 'Settings' icon, then scroll down to locate the 'Data Protection' or 'Privacy Settings' option. Inside, you'll find the 'Privacy Mode' toggle—simply turn it on. Once activated, the system will stop collecting location records and navigation history data, and it also prevents automatic uploading of phone contacts to the car's system. I recommend restarting the MMI system after setup to ensure it takes effect. Long-term use of privacy mode better safeguards personal data security. Menu locations may vary slightly across Audi models, but the core setup process remains similar.

[KingMarie]

The operation to set up privacy mode is actually simpler than imagined. Having operated it on Q5 and A4 models, it's mostly done within the MMI system: First, after powering on the vehicle, click the 'Car' icon at the bottom left of the screen. Second, select the 'Settings' option from the pop-up menu. Third, locate the 'Privacy Protection' section marked with a lock icon. Here, you can check the 'Activate Privacy Mode' option. Once enabled, the vehicle immediately stops recording driving trajectories and voice commands. Once, I forgot to turn on privacy mode, and the navigation records were seen by a colleague who borrowed the car, revealing my travel routes, which was quite awkward. After setting it up, remember to sync the configuration in the user account.

[MariaRose]

As a tech enthusiast, I find Audi's Privacy Mode strikes a balance between system convenience and data security. The direct operation involves tapping Settings → General → Data Management on the central control screen to enable the privacy switch. Core features include disabling vehicle location uploads, clearing cloud history records, and blocking contact synchronization. In real-world testing on the Q7, enabling this mode automatically disconnects the in-car WiFi hotspot from cloud services. It's recommended to check monthly whether the mode remains active, as software updates may sometimes reset the settings. The DIY setup takes just 2 minutes, far more convenient than visiting a dealership.