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Google Faces Lawsuit Over Gmail AI Data Access

3/29/2026

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  • Gmail users are opted in to allow Google LLC access to their emails and attachments for AI training.
  • Cybersecurity experts say users must adjust settings in two locations to opt out.
  • Opting out may remove features like smart compose and email filtering, but privacy may trump convenience.
  • A proposed class-action lawsuit alleges hidden access, while Google contends reports are misleading and it does not use Gmail content for AI training.