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Google trains AI using user data; opt-out available

Google has recently updated its privacy settings to allow the company to collect more user data, including media files, to improve its AI models. Users can opt out of this data collection.

6 July 2026
Google trains AI using user data; opt-out available
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Google is expanding its data collection practices to include more user information, such as media files, for the purpose of enhancing its artificial intelligence models. Recent adjustments to Google's privacy settings permit the company to store media, including images, files, and audio and video recordings, on its servers.

This data is intended to improve the functionality and accuracy of Google's AI services. The company has stated that the expansion of data collection is necessary for the ongoing development of its AI.

However, users have the option to decline this enhanced data collection for AI training. Google provides a mechanism within its privacy settings for users to opt out. Individuals can manage these preferences by accessing their Google account's privacy settings.

Through the privacy settings, users can typically review and adjust specific activity controls, such as "Web & App Activity" and "Voice & Audio Activity," to limit the type of data Google collects and utilizes for AI development.

Original source: techcrunch.com