Gmail: Questions have once again arisen regarding the privacy of Gmail users. According to recent claims, Google can access users’ email data to improve its Artificial Intelligence system. It is being said that some advanced features present in Gmail are already active due to which it may be possible for AI to access personal emails, documents and attachments. This is why users are now being told to pay attention to their Gmail settings.
Why is there a new uproar regarding Gmail?
Devery Jones, an engineering YouTuber and tech expert, has claimed on social media platform According to him, there are some settings of Gmail that can share email content with AI models. Describing this as a serious privacy risk, he said that if the user himself does not turn off these options, then data access can continue.
Which smart features are increasing concern?
It has been said in the reports that Gmail’s Smart Features and Workspace Smart Features are the root of this whole matter. Tools like Ask Gemini, Email Summary, Smart Reply and Google Assistant work through these features. Tech experts believe that all these AI features directly depend on the user’s inbox data. As long as these features are enabled, AI cannot be completely separated from email data.
How to block AI access in Gmail
If a user wants to reduce the interference of AI in Gmail, then it is necessary for him to change his settings. After opening Gmail on desktop or laptop, go to “See all settings” and turn off the option related to Smart Features. After this, it is considered necessary to disable smart options related to other Google products by going to different settings of Workspace Smart Features. Without making changes in both these places, access to AI is not completely lost.
What clarification did Google give on the allegations?
Rejecting these claims, Google has clearly said that email data of Gmail users is not used to train AI models. According to the company, the data is used only for proper operation and processing of features. However, many cyber security experts believe that AI features like Gemini are overly dependent on user data. Also, the settings of Gmail are so complex that the common user does not understand which option is affecting his privacy.
Why is vigilance necessary regarding privacy?
In the digital era, email is no longer just a medium for sending messages, but it also contains banking, office and personal information. In such a situation, if the user ignores his settings, his privacy may unknowingly be in danger. Therefore, it is better to check Gmail’s settings from time to time and keep unnecessary smart features turned off.
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