Meta AI can't be fully removed from WhatsApp, but you can block it on a chat-by-chat basis.,"Advanced Chat Privacy" is a new feature that prevents Meta AI from accessing chat content, exporting chats, or auto-saving media.,Enable it manually by tapping the chat name, selecting Advanced Chat Privacy, and switching it on for greater control.
The Rise of AI — and the Pushback
This left WhatsApp's loyal user base feeling understandably betrayed.
The Good News: You Can Block Meta AI — Here’s How
Block AI access to chat content.,Prevent chats from being exported.,Stop media auto-downloads into phone galleries.
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How to activate Advanced Chat Privacy:
Open a chat (individual or group).,Tap the chat name at the top.,Select 'Advanced Chat Privacy.',Turn the feature ON.
Why This Matters
This move by WhatsApp to integrate AI into user chats, despite potential privacy concerns, reflects a broader trend of companies pushing AI features into their core products. For many users, the concern isn't just about Meta AI, but about the increasing pervasive nature of AI in daily digital interactions. The debate around AI and privacy continues to grow, with many advocating for more explicit user control over data and AI interactions. The question of whether AI agents will steal your job or compromise your data is becoming a central theme in tech discussions.
Final Thoughts
What do YOU think?
Should AI features in private apps be opt-in by default—or are platforms right to assume "engagement first, privacy later"? Let us know in the comments below.
Latest Comments (3)
Interesting, this! Does blocking Meta AI completely remove it or just silence the notifications in our chats? Curious how it works.
Honestly, this whole kerfuffle about blocking Meta AI feels a bit overblown. While everyone's fussing with WhatsApp settings, the real battle, as this article highlights with Perplexity vs. Google, is about who actually controls the information we consume. That's the proper game changer, innit?
Indeed, it makes complete sense to have an opt out for AI in chats. We Chinese users also value our privacy and choice in these matters.
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