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by PostPlummer 2081 days ago
No they don't.

Just like iOS they use these randoms when scanning, NOT when connected (static IP's would otherwise not work anymore).
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r1ch 2081 days ago
https://source.android.com/devices/tech/connect/wifi-mac-ran...

> In Android 10, MAC randomization is enabled by default for client mode, SoftAp, and Wi-Fi Direct.

It randomizes per-SSID, so you get a random MAC per SSID you remember on your phone, this ensures privacy while not breaking DHCP / static IP etc.

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dylan604 2081 days ago
What happens if you hit forget network? Does it also forget the MAC address for that network so you use a new MAC if you join the network again?
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r1ch 2081 days ago
Just tested on my home network and it picked a new random MAC.
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fuster 2081 days ago
The observed behavior on my Pixel is that it generates a new, random MAC whenever you connect to a new network. It reuses that MAC for that network going forward. It does not ever use the "real" MAC unless you specifically select that in the settings.
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ascom 2081 days ago
iOS 14 adds actually random MAC addresses: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT211227
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PostPlummer 2081 days ago
Thank you (and the other responder for the Android information too).

I stand corrected.

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