Google has now rolled out the New AI Mode globally, and many modern devices and latest Google App updates have ‘AI Mode’ pre-built to make Google users lives easier. Whether you want to take advantage of these smart features or prefer a more manual approach, knowing how to turn on or turn off AI mode is essential, especially if you are concerned about your privacy.
What Exactly is AI Mode?
AI Mode, or Artificial Intelligence Mode, is a new Google Search feature that uses machine learning to automate or enhance certain functions on your device. AI Mode is now activated by default.
Video Tutorial: How-to Turn-On or Turn-Off (Android)
Video Tutorial: How-to Turn-On or Turn-Off (Desktop)
Video Tutorial: How-to Delete AI Mode History and Activity
How-to Turn-On AI Mode
Activating AI features is now done automatically. You can simply visit: https://google.com/ai
How-to Turn-Off AI Mode
There is NO single button or option to DISABLE AI Mode in Google Search. As it is now the default search option. However, you can still revert back to previous search “ALL” or “Web” by either changing Google Chrome Search Engine, or by Adding a Bookmark.
Add and Change Search Engine
Go to Chrome > Settings > Search Engines > Manage search engines and site search > Add
{google:baseURL}search?q=%s&udm=14
IMPORTANT: Once you add your new NO AI Mode search engine, make sure to press on 3 dots … and select “Make default”
Add Bookmark
Go to
https://www.google.com/webhp?udm=14
And Add that address as your bookmark. Or,
https://www.google.com/search?q= &udm=14
And you can also Add that address as your bookmark as both will do the same thing (show you Search Results without AI Mode as your default option).
Why You Might Deactivate AI Features
While AI features are helpful, there are valid reasons you might want to turn them off. You may want more manual control over your usage of Google products, wish to conserve battery life, or have privacy concerns. Disabling AI mode is just as easy as turning it on.
Steps to Disable AI Mode
To turn off AI mode, you simply need to reverse the steps you took to enable it as detailed above. If you change your mind later, you can always go back and turn it back on again.
How-to Delete AI Mode History and Activity
Although you can Delete AI Mode History by simply pressing on history option. It is better to delete AI Mode history AND activity using Google My Activity Settings. Simply locate “Delete” button and follow the prompts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens when I Use AI Mode?
When you use AI mode, your device will begin using artificial intelligence to automate tasks and enhance functionality. Your interactions can be used for personalized responses, and also enhance productivity because Google Products are all tied in to each other.
Does turning off AI mode Delete My Activity?
Can I turn AI mode on for specific phones?
Is it better to have AI mode on or off?
This depends on your personal preference and how you want to use Google Products. If you value convenience and automated enhancements, keeping AI mode on is beneficial. If you prefer manual control over your device's functions or are concerned about privacy, you might prefer to turn it off.
Where is the Option to Disable AI Mode in Google Apps.
Can I remove AI Mode from Google?
Should You Keep AI Mode On or Off?
The decision to use AI mode is a personal one. There is no right or wrong answer, as it depends entirely on your preferences and how you are using Google Products. If you enjoy the convenience of automated enhancements and smart suggestions, leaving it on is a great idea. If you are a power user who prefers to fine-tune every detail or are conscious about privacy, turning it off might be the better choice. Feel free to experiment by switching it on and off to see which experience you prefer.
Turn off AI mode from Google
Doesn’t work. I’ve tried 3 different youtube suggestions on how to disable AI, but none of them work.
Hi Silva, Google AI Mode is now part of Google Search and Google Chrome Search feature. This means, you can NOT turn it off by default. However, you can tweak Chrome Settings so that you can access the previous version of Google Search (as in, bypassing Google AI Mode). I hope this helps 🙂