Master the Art of Opting Out of Meta AI: A Step-by-Step Guide

How to Opt Out of Meta’s AI Training on Facebook and Instagram

If you’re concerned about Meta using your data to train its AI tools, you’re in the right place. As of June 2024, Meta can use the public information of those aged over 18 with Instagram and Facebook accounts to train its AI tools, including photos, comments, and posts. However, you can object to this use of your data, and we’ll guide you through the simple steps to do so.

Steps for How to Opt Out of Meta AI

1. Go to your profile and select Settings: Log into your Facebook profile, then navigate to your profile. At the top-right of the screen (on desktop), you’ll see a smaller icon of your profile picture – select it to open a dropdown menu. Select Settings & Privacy, then Privacy Centre.
2. Choose to object: In the Privacy Centre, you’ll see a notice in a box outline at the top of the page, which explains that Meta is using public information of those over 18 to train its AI tools. Click the hyperlinked (blue) object button.
3. Submit your objection: You’re taken to a page called Object to your information being used for AI at Meta. Fill out the email address connected to your Facebook account, and then fill out the Please tell us how this processing impacts you section, highlighting the reasons you’re objecting.
4. Wait for confirmation: After submitting your objection, you need to wait for Meta to confirm that it will honor the objection. You’ll receive a pop-up stating that your objection will be honored and an email giving further details.

FAQs

• What data does Meta use to train AI? Meta uses your public information from Facebook and Instagram, as well as any messages you have with AI. This public information includes comments, photos, posts, and captions.
• What does Meta use your data for? Meta uses your data to develop and improve generative AI models for AI at Meta, which includes training the company’s AI features and experiences.

Final Thoughts

If you’re unsure about AI or about having Meta scrape your personal data to train its models, it’s definitely worth opting out of Meta AI for peace of mind. Remember that choosing to opt out doesn’t mean your data is completely secure, since Meta can still scrape photos, captions, and comments of you posted by friends.