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The clause defines the operational data retention window that applies regardless of activity setting preference, establishing a fixed timeframe during which Google maintains access to conversation data for specific safety and abuse detection functions before automatic deletion occurs.
The updated privacy notice establishes that Google collects data from third-party services you connect to Gemini, including Model Context Protocol server tools, and that such connections are not monitored or secured by Google. The notice explicitly states that choosing to connect third-party apps may expose your data, passwords, devices, and accounts to unauthorized access. The revised terms also clarify that you can use temporary chats, which are not retained for AI improvement purposes with human reviewer assistance. You can manage connected app permissions through Gemini Spark settings.
View change record →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.
View change record →The updated notice now explicitly identifies Memory as a feature that operates on the basis of user consent, alongside Voice Match. The revised language removes prior geographic restrictions on personalization, meaning Gemini can now reference chat history to generate personalized insights for all users globally, not just those outside the EEA, Switzerland, and the UK. The removal of the statement 'Keep Activity must be on to use this feature' simplifies the operational requirement but does not establish a new obligation. You can learn how to turn the Memory feature on or off through the updated privacy notice.
View change record →Users who disable Gemini Apps Activity receive assurance that conversations will not be permanently retained in their account, though the terms authorize a limited 72-hour retention period during which Google may process the data for safety and abuse protection purposes. After this period, conversations are subject to deletion under the stated terms.
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If you follow the instructions here, your account will be deactivated and your data will be queued for deletion. When deactivated, your X account, including your display name, username, and public profile, will no longer be viewable on X.com, X for iOS, and X for Android. For up to 30 days after dea...
We generally retain your personal data as long as you keep your account open or as needed to provide you Services. This includes data you or others provided to us and data generated or inferred from your use of our Services. In some cases we choose to retain certain information (e.g., insights about...
When you delete your account, your profile is no longer visible to other users and disassociated from content you posted under that account. Please note, however, that the posts, comments, and messages you submitted prior to deleting your account will still be visible to others unless you first dele...
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"If Gemini Apps Activity is off, your conversations aren't saved to your Google Account. We may keep conversations for a short period of time (up to 72 hours) for safety and model abuse protection purposes before deletion.— Excerpt from Google Gemini's Gemini Apps Privacy Notice
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The clause defines the operational data retention window that applies regardless of activity setting preference, establishing a fixed timeframe during which Google maintains access to conversation data for specific safety and abuse detection functions before automatic deletion occurs.
Users who disable Gemini Apps Activity receive assurance that conversations will not be permanently retained in their account, though the terms authorize a limited 72-hour retention period during which Google may process the data for safety and abuse protection purposes. After this period, conversations are subject to deletion under the stated terms.
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