Gmail's AI scans all your emails by default; the opt-out switch is hidden in two places
aitrendz_xyz · x · 2026-09-23
A widely shared thread warns that Google's AI features scan Gmail emails and attachments by default — including bank statements, tax documents, and medical letters.
To opt out on desktop Gmail: go to Settings → See all settings → Smart features and personalization, uncheck "Turn on smart features in Gmail, Chat and Meet," and save. The author notes this main switch isn't the only one; additional toggles are hidden elsewhere.
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