Prevent AI from Training with Your Data

Generative AI Bots and Your Data: What You Need to Know

ChatGPT

To disable AI training on ChatGPT, follow these steps:

• On the web: Click your profile picture (top right), then choose Settings > Data control and turn off the Improve the model for everyone toggle switch.
• Using the mobile app: Tap the menu button (top left), then the three dots next to your account name to find the Data controls screen and the Improve the model for everyone toggle switch.

Copilot

To disable AI training on Copilot, follow these steps:

• On the web: Click your account picture (top right), then click your name and Privacy. You get two toggle switches you can turn off: Model training on text and Model training on voice.
• Using the mobile app: These toggle switches are in an almost identical place in the Copilot mobile app. Tap your account picture (top right), then Account and Privacy.

Gemini

To disable Gemini AI training, you need to turn off your chat history. Follow these steps:

• On the web: Click your profile picture at the top of the page, then Settings & Privacy > Data privacy to find the Data for generative AI improvement toggle switch.
• Using the mobile app: To find the switch in the mobile app, tap your profile picture (top left), then Settings & Privacy > Data privacy > Data for generative AI improvement.

Meta AI

If you’re not in Europe or the UK, your options for avoiding having your Facebook data used for training are minimal. However, if you’re in Europe or the UK, you can object to this collection of data by submitting this well-hidden form, which is labeled as a "right to object" form. In the US, all you have is an alternative form "to submit requests related to your personal information from third parties being used to develop and improve AI at Meta." First, check off "I have a concern about my personal information from third parties that’s related to a response I received from an AI at Meta model, feature or experience." Then, on the form that appears, you need to explicitly explain (and provide screenshots) how your personal data was used.

Other apps

For other AI-using apps that you use, it’s worth digging into the settings and privacy policies to see exactly how your data is being processed. Policies can differ widely. Earlier this year, Adobe updated its privacy policy to confirm that it wouldn’t train its AI on user images. On the other hand, Reddit has signed a deal with OpenAI to train AI on user posts — and there’s nothing you can do about it, except not use Reddit.

Conclusion

As you can see, disabling AI training on various apps and services is not always straightforward. Some apps, like ChatGPT and Copilot, make it easy to turn off AI training, while others, like Gemini and Meta AI, are more obtuse. It’s essential to be aware of how your data is being used and to take control of your online presence. Remember to always read the fine print and to be cautious about what you share online.

FAQs

Q: What is AI training, and why is it a concern?
A: AI training is the process of using your data to improve the accuracy and effectiveness of AI models. This can include training AI to recognize and generate text, images, or other types of content.

Q: Why should I care about AI training?
A: You should care about AI training because it can have significant implications for your privacy and online presence. AI models can use your data to make inferences about you, which can be used for advertising, surveillance, or other purposes.

Q: How can I disable AI training on various apps and services?
A: To disable AI training, you need to check the settings and privacy policies of each app or service. Some apps, like ChatGPT and Copilot, make it easy to turn off AI training, while others may require you to submit a form or explain how your data was used.

Q: What can I do if I’m not happy with the way my data is being used?
A: If you’re not happy with the way your data is being used, you can try contacting the app or service directly and asking them to change their policies. You can also consider deleting your account or using alternative apps and services that are more transparent about their data practices.