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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 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 →The updated privacy notice now discloses that Gemini can use data from connected Google apps and imported memory or chats from other AI platforms to personalize your experience and to improve services, including training generative AI models. This data is treated similarly to other Gemini activity. You can manage or delete your imported activity anytime through the Activity controls.
View change record →The updated privacy notice no longer discloses how Google Gemini uses data from connected Google apps to personalize user experience. Previously, the policy explained eligibility requirements and the opt-in process for this personalization feature. The removal means users no longer have a documented disclosure of this data practice in the privacy notice itself, though the operational status of the Connected Apps feature and whether it remains available is not clarified by this change.
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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