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Policy · Updated 23 Oct, 10:22 pm IST

Google policy change could let AI features use Gmail, Photos, Drive for ads

Image: The Verge AI

Why it matters for readers: It matters because your files could indirectly influence the ads you see if you enable Google's AI features.

  • Google added an exception saying Drive, Gmail and Google Photos data may be used by other Google services that support personalized ads if a user chooses to make that data available.1
  • The change applies to users who connect those services to AI Mode and Personal Intelligence features to get better AI recommendations.1
  • Google said advertisers do not get access to users' Drive, Gmail or Photos content or personally identifying details such as names or email addresses.1

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