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Google allows users to opt out of AI training data usage

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Google is implementing a new feature that allows users to opt out of having their search history and uploaded media used for AI training. Users can access this setting through Google's My Activity page, specifically the Search Services History tab. It is crucial to uncheck the 'Save media' option to prevent image uploads from being used in AI model training, as this data can be retained for up to four years even after deletion. AI

IMPACT Users can now control whether their uploaded media is used for AI training, with data retained for up to four years.

RANK_REASON This is a product update from Google that affects user privacy settings related to AI training data.

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Google allows users to opt out of AI training data usage

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  1. Mastodon — fosstodon.org TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    "When this rolls out to your account, you can visit Google’s My Activity page and then select the Search Services History tab to opt out. This page gives you a

    "When this rolls out to your account, you can visit Google’s My Activity page and then select the Search Services History tab to opt out. This page gives you a solid sense of what Google saves from your Search history. It’s also where you can turn off the entire setting and delet…

    LINKS wired.com/…/how-to-opt-out-of-google-sear…

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