Android 17 Adds OS-Wide ECH to Hide Website Visits From Network Providers
Google's Android 17 introduces operating system-wide support for Encrypted Client Hello (ECH), a privacy standard that prevents network providers from observing which websites users visit. The update represents a significant shift in mobile privacy by making ECH protection available across the entire OS rather than limiting it to individual applications. Beyond ECH, Android 17 also includes broader network security enhancements designed to address cellular vulnerabilities and protect home network privacy.