Gemini: Managing and Correcting User Memory

Key Takeaways

1Google Gemini allows users to view and edit the memories stored for each user

2Direct editing is available on web and desktop, while a command to the AI allows for actions on mobile

3A history of changes and options to disable are provided

Why it matters : Users can now control the personal information retained by Gemini, as this data can be used for personalization or AI training.

Google now allows every user to view and modify the memories that Gemini retains about them. This feature, available on the website and in the apps, includes a history of changes and options for deactivation. On mobile, editing is done through a command addressed to the AI. This system comes into play as personal information can also be used to train the model or be reviewed by humans.

On mobile, no direct editing but useful commands

Gemini's mobile applications do not offer direct editing of the memory summary. However, it is possible to ask the AI to add, correct, or delete a memory via a simple command, a method that works equally well on mobile and desktop. Reported examples include correcting incorrect location information, synchronized between the website and the apps, as well as deleting a non-existent business memory at the user's request. The memory summary is available on the Gemini website as well as in the mobile and desktop applications.

Accessing memories and viewing the change history

Access to the memory summary is done via the web or the app: you need to open the settings located at the bottom of the left panel listing discussions, select Personal Intelligence, then memory summary. If the option is grayed out, it means that memory is disabled; it can be reactivated to perform checks or modifications, and then disabled again if desired. Information is presented by categories, such as Essentials, Business & Career, Reading & Interests, or Culinary Preferences. A three-dot menu allows access to the memory history, which displays the latest changes and updates.

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Direct editing on the web and desktop

On the website and in the desktop applications, a pencil icon allows for direct editing of the memory summary text. After adding, correcting, or deleting items, simply click Save to confirm the changes. A user can thus precisely see what Gemini has retained about them and intervene on that content. The memory summary serves as a dashboard to visualize and adjust these memories.

Possible customization and data processing

Gemini retains certain information to personalize interactions. A user's personal data may also be used to train the AI or be reviewed by humans. In this context, the option to disable memory remains accessible at any time, after possibly reactivating it to check or correct items.