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AI Model Training Using Conversation Data

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What it is

When Gemini Apps Activity is enabled, Google may use your conversations to train and improve its AI models. This is on by default for most users.

This analysis describes what Google Gemini's agreement states, permits, or reserves. It does not constitute a legal determination about enforceability. Regulatory applicability and practical outcomes may vary by jurisdiction, enforcement context, and individual circumstances. Read our methodology

ConductAtlas Analysis

Why it matters (compliance & governance perspective)

Your personal conversations and queries may be permanently incorporated into AI training datasets, potentially influencing how Gemini responds to millions of users.

Recent Activity

This document changed recently

Medium Jul 1, 2026

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.

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Medium May 21, 2026

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.

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Medium Apr 30, 2026

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.

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What you can do

⚠️ These actions may provide transparency or partial mitigation but may not fully address the underlying issue. Effectiveness varies by jurisdiction and individual circumstances.
  • Opt Out of Arbitration
    Go to myaccount.google.com, navigate to 'Data & Privacy', select 'Gemini Apps Activity', and toggle it off to stop your conversations from being used for AI model training.

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Institutional analysis (regulatory & governance intelligence)

Use of personal data for AI model training as a default setting may conflict with GDPR's data minimization and purpose limitation principles (Articles 5 and 6) and requires a lawful basis.

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Applicable agencies

  • Federal Trade Commission (ftc)
    Oversees unfair or deceptive business practices and can investigate companies that mislead consumers about data collection, sharing, or use.
    Who can file: Anyone affected by the company's practices (US or international)
    What you need: Your account details, a timeline of relevant events, and a description of the specific issue
    What to expect: Complaints inform FTC enforcement priorities and investigations but do not result in individual resolution or compensation
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  • State Attorney General
    State AGs in California, New York, Texas, and other states can investigate violations of state consumer protection and privacy laws, including CCPA (California), SHIELD Act (New York), and equivalents.
    Who can file: Residents of states with comprehensive privacy laws — primarily California, Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, and Utah
    What you need: Evidence of the violation, explanation of how your state rights were affected, and your account or contact information with the company
    What to expect: Outcomes vary by state. May result in investigation, enforcement action, or requirement for the company to change practices. No direct individual compensation in most cases.

    Search "[your state] attorney general consumer complaint" to find your state's direct complaint form

Provision details

Document information
Document
Gemini Apps Privacy Notice
Entity
Google Gemini
Document last updated
May 5, 2026
Tracking information
First tracked
March 20, 2026
Last verified
March 20, 2026
Record ID
CA-P-00326002
Document ID
CA-D-00326
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Analysis generated
March 20, 2026 06:37 UTC
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Evidence
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Citation Record
Entity: Google Gemini
Document: Gemini Apps Privacy Notice
Record ID: CA-P-00326002
Captured: 2026-03-20 06:37:24 UTC
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URL: https://conductatlas.com/platform/google-gemini/gemini-apps-privacy-notice/ai-model-training-using-conversation-data/
Accessed: Aug. 25, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Google Gemini's AI Model Training Using Conversation Data clause do?

Your personal conversations and queries may be permanently incorporated into AI training datasets, potentially influencing how Gemini responds to millions of users.

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