Google Gemini removed language from its privacy policy that explained how users could allow Gemini to personalize experiences using data from Connected Apps (like other Google services). Previously, the policy described an opt-in feature called 'Personal Intelligence' that let eligible users connect Google apps to Gemini for more personalized experiences. That explanation is now gone, leaving it unclear whether the feature still exists or has been discontinued.
Users who relied on the opt-in personalization feature may no longer have clear information about how their data from other Google apps is being used within Gemini. The removal of this transparency language makes it harder to understand or control how Gemini personalizes experiences.
Google Gemini removed the section of its privacy policy that told users they could opt in to letting Gemini personalize experiences using data from other connected Google apps. This makes it less clear what data Gemini uses for personalization and whether that feature has been removed or simply gone undisclosed. You can review your Gemini personalization settings in your Google Account to check what data connections are currently active.
Google Gemini removed five sentences describing the 'Connected Apps' personalization feature and the opt-in mechanism associated with it ('Personal Intelligence'). This affects transparency obligations under GDPR Art. 13 (information to be provided at collection) and Art. 14, as well as CCPA §1798.100 (right to know). If the underlying data processing continues without the disclosed opt-in mechanism, there is a potential gap between actual processing and disclosed processing. Compliance officers with Google Gemini in their vendor stack should verify whether this represents a feature removal or an undisclosed continuation of the same processing activity.
1. GDPR Art. 13(1)(c) and 13(2)(b): Removal of language describing purposes and legal basis for processing data from Connected Apps may create a transparency gap if processing continues.
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ConductAtlas Policy Archive Entity: Google Gemini | Document: Gemini Apps Privacy Notice | Record: CA-C-000162 Captured: 2026-03-30 06:16:40 UTC URL: https://conductatlas.com/change/2026-03-30-google-gemini-gemini-apps-privacy-notice-162/ Accessed: April 4, 2026
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