How To

Reduce Meta AI’s Presence on Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp

Meta AI has recently become a prominent feature across Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp. Powered by Meta’s latest model, Llama 3, it aims to enhance user experience with personalized interactions. However, not everyone is thrilled with this integration. While you can’t completely turn off Meta AI, there are ways to reduce its presence.

What is Meta AI?

Meta AI is a virtual assistant integrated into Meta apps, offering functionalities like text and image generation. It appears in search boxes and feeds, providing AI-generated suggestions alongside traditional ones. This integration can be intrusive for some users, as it blends seamlessly with non-AI features.

Minimizing Meta AI on Facebook

Facebook has a significant AI presence, interwoven with the search bar and feed. Here’s how you can minimize its impact:

  • Mute or Block Meta AI:
    1. Open the Meta AI chatbot on Facebook.
    2. Tap the i icon in the top right corner and select Mute.
    3. To block, search for the Meta AI profile, tap the three-dot icon, and choose Block.
  • For Group Owners:
    1. Open the group settings.
    2. Tap the three dots icon, select Add features.
    3. Scroll to Meta AI and click remove in the settings tab.

Minimizing Meta AI on Instagram

Instagram’s AI is less intrusive. It appears mainly in the search bar:

  • Mute or Block Meta AI:
    1. Open the Meta AI chat on Instagram and tap the i icon.
    2. Select Mute and choose the duration.
    3. To block, tap the three-dot icon in the chat and select Restrict or Block.

Minimizing Meta AI on WhatsApp and Messenger

Meta AI is just another contact on these platforms:

  • WhatsApp:
    • Delete the Meta AI chat.
    • Hide the Meta AI button via Settings > Chats > Show Meta AI Button.
  • Messenger:
    1. Open the Meta AI chatbot and tap the i icon.
    2. Select Mute and choose the duration.
    3. You can also delete or block the conversation.