Google Gemini updated its privacy notice on May 19, 2026 to add new disclosure sections, clarify how data collection works with new features like Gemini Spark and Avatars, and refine language around data use and retention. The notice now explicitly describes how the platform collects information about AI reasoning steps, distinguishes between different Connected Apps scenarios, and adds a section on avatar creation data. The operational difference is that users now have more detailed disclosure of what data types are collected and how specific features process information.
The updated notice adds new disclosure sections explaining how data flows when using Gemini Spark (remote browser and computer access), how avatar creation collects and processes information, and clarifies that Google collects information about AI reasoning steps during task execution. The notice also refines language around subscription information to specify 'Google AI plan' rather than just generic 'paid subscription.' These changes do not establish new obligations but rather expand the transparency disclosures provided to users about existing and new features.
ConductAtlas has recorded 3 material changes to this document over 54 days of monitoring (since March 2026). An additional minor or cosmetic changes were excluded.
New section explicitly describes data collection when using remote browser and remote computer access features.
New section discloses what data is collected when users create avatars in Gemini Apps.
Updated language clarifies that Google collects information about AI model thinking steps and task execution processes.
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This update primarily represents enhanced privacy notice transparency rather than new operational obligations. Google has added disclosures for two new Gemini features (Spark with remote access capabilities and Avatars) and clarified the scope of data …
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