Gmail AI features may scan emails and attachments by default
Aiden_Tech_Ai · x · 2026-08-15
The post highlights that Google's AI features can process user emails and attachments, including sensitive documents like financial and tax files. It notes that privacy controls are scattered and lists 5 settings users should check immediately to manage permissions.
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