Google Pixel 4 / 4 XL - View / Restrict Data Usage by App

Here's how to view / restrict the amount of data an app on your Pixel 4 / 4 XL uses.

Some apps need background data. Restricting data may cause them not to work without a Wi-Fi connection.

Open the

Settings app

Tap

Network & internet

then do one of the following:

For Cellular Data:

Tap

SIMs

then tap

App data usage

If using both physical SIM and eSIM, choose a mobile network (Verizon, eSIM).

Tap an app located below the usage graph then view the usage.

To restrict the app from using data in the background, tap the

Background data switch

to turn off off switch

If presented, review the message then tap

For Wi-Fi Data:

Tap