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Google Workspace lets Gemini access your company data by default - how to shut it down

Summary by ZDNet
In Google Workspace, Gemini has access to Gmail, Docs, Calendar, Chat, and more by default. Here's why it matters, and how administrators can disable it today.

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Gemini, the Google AI, accesses all Workspace data by default. We explain why this is a risk to your company and how to disable it on the admin console. *** Gemini access to Workspace is enabled by default, including Gmail, Docs, Calendar and Chat. Data is not used for training or shared externally, but internal access may violate compliance policies. Administrators can disable Workspace Intelligence Sources from admin.google.com, although indiv…

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ZDNet broke the news in New York, United States on Monday, August 17, 2026.
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