If you're looking to remove a specific Google tag that you manage through your Google Tag Manager account, the process is straightforward. These steps apply to Google tags configured directly at the account level within Tag Manager, often used for consolidated tracking like Google Analytics 4 and Google Ads.
Removing a Google tag stops the associated data collection or tracking actions that it facilitates on your website or app.
Steps to Delete a Google Tag
Based on the information provided in the reference "Delete your Google tag," here is the exact procedure:
- Navigate to Accounts: Start by going to your Google Tag Manager accounts screen.
- Access Google Tags: On this screen, locate and click on the "Google tags" tab. This tab lists all the Google tags configured at the account level.
- Select the Tag: From the list of your Google tags, select the specific Google tag you intend to delete. Click on its name to open its settings.
- Go to Admin: Within the selected Google tag's details page, click on the "Admin" tab. This section contains management options for the tag.
- Find Delete Option: In the "Admin" tab, look for the "Manage Google tag" section.
- Delete the Tag: Within the "Manage Google tag" section, you will find a 3-dot menu (often represented vertically ⋮). Click on this menu and select "Delete" from the options that appear.
You may be asked to confirm your decision to delete the tag. Confirming will permanently remove the Google tag from your account.
Following these steps will ensure that the specific Google tag is removed from your Google Tag Manager account configuration.
