To opt out of Meta AI features on Instagram, follow these steps, keeping in mind that some options may vary by region and availability:
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Adjust Ad Preferences:
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Go to Settings > Ads > Ad Preferences.
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Under Activity, toggle off data used for ads (e.g., "Data about your activity from partners").
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Review and remove interests under Interests.
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Disable Facial Recognition (if available):
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Navigate to Settings > Privacy > Face Recognition (availability varies).
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Toggle off any options related to facial recognition.
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Limit Data Usage for AI Training:
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Visit the Meta Accounts Center (via Settings).
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Go to Your information and permissions > Data settings.
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Look for options like "Learn more" about data usage or submit a request to opt out of AI training (especially in regions with GDPR/DSA compliance).
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Switch to Non-Algorithmic Feed:
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Tap the Instagram logo at the top of your feed.
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Select Following or Favorites to see posts chronologically instead of AI-sorted content.
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Clear Activity Data:
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Under Settings > Privacy > Clear Search History to remove past searches.
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Go to Settings > Security > Access Data to manage activity data.
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Opt Out of Personalized Content (Explore Page):
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Long-press on posts in Explore and select "Not Interested" to reduce AI-driven recommendations.
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Note: Some AI features are core to Instagram's functionality (e.g., spam detection), and full opt-out may not be possible. For region-specific options (e.g., EU users under GDPR), consult Meta's privacy policy or contact support for detailed opt-out forms.