You may have noticed a new blue circle in your WhatsApp chat list, that is Meta AI. Here is what it does, how to use it, and how to turn it off if you prefer in 2026.
What Is Meta AI?
Meta AI is a built-in assistant inside WhatsApp. You can ask it questions, get instant answers, draft messages, and even send it photos to edit or analyze, all without leaving your chat.
What Meta AI Can Do
- Answer questions directly in a chat.
- Translate a photo of a foreign menu or sign.
- Edit your photos, such as removing background clutter.
- Identify a plant and give care tips from a picture.
- Help you write or rewrite a message.
How to Use Meta AI
- Open WhatsApp and tap the blue circle icon, or search for Meta AI.
- Type a question or tap the waveform button to ask by voice.
- To edit a photo, send the image and describe the change you want.
Tip: You can also tag Meta AI inside a group chat by typing @ and selecting it.
How to Turn Meta AI Off or Limit It
You cannot fully remove Meta AI in all regions, but you can stop using it and clear its chat. Open the Meta AI chat, tap the name at the top, and choose to manage or clear the conversation. Anything you do not send to Meta AI stays private and is not read by it.
Important: Your normal end-to-end encrypted chats are not shared with Meta AI. Only the messages you send directly to Meta AI are processed.
FAQ
Is Meta AI free?
Yes, Meta AI is free to use inside WhatsApp.
Can Meta AI read my private chats?
No. It only sees the messages you send directly to it, not your encrypted conversations with other people.
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