AI in Gmail: What Data Does It Read and How to Disable It?

Google is integrating its Gemini AI into services like Gmail. This system automatically scans the content of your emails - including text, attachments, and even travel or purchase information - to:

• Suggest smart replies (Smart Reply)

• Summarize emails

• Automatically identify events

• Train its own AI models

This raises several important points:

• Even if data is "anonymized", the private content of your correspondence is still processed by algorithms.

• These features are usually enabled by default, and many users are unaware they're active.

• The AI analyzes not only the content but also your communication patterns.

• The more you use these features, the harder it becomes to leave Google's ecosystem.

To disable this service, follow these steps:

On a computer:

1. Log into Gmail.

2. Click the gear icon (Settings).

3. Select "See all settings."

4. Go to the "General" tab.

5. Find the "Smart features and personalization" section.

6. Uncheck the "Enable smart features" option.

On mobile (Android/iOS):

1. Open the Gmail app.

2. Tap the three-line menu icon.

3. Go to Settings and select your account.

4. Turn off the "Smart features and personalization" option.

To enhance your privacy further, you can also review and adjust settings in your Google Account's "Data & privacy" section.