Post #4326417
2026-08-01 19:51 UTC
@Ayzacoder: Attention if you have a Gmail account:
Google's AI now scans your emails and attachments, bank statements, tax files, medical letters, all of it. It turned on by default, and there's a class-action lawsuit over how.
Here are 5 moves to shut it off, the switch is hidden in two places:
#Google #Email #Privacy #AI
Replies (3)
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@dbattistella@mstdn.ca 2026-08-01 19:52
1. The Main Switch This is the main setting Google shows you, but it's not the only one. Gmail (Desktop): ⚙️ Settings → See all settings → Smart features and personalization → Uncheck "Turn on smart features in Gmail, Chat, and Meet" → Save Changes. #Google #Email #Privacy #AI
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@candi@kinkycats.org 2026-08-01 20:10
@dbattistella@mstdn.ca Thank you for these tips. Much appreciated. 🙏 😊
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@oheso@ieji.de 2026-08-01 21:43
@dbattistella@mstdn.ca Yay! I've already done all these!