X, formerly known as Twitter, has found a way to train its AI, Grok, using user data while avoiding the controversies faced by other social media platforms like Meta. However, there is a way for you to protect your online privacy. X has introduced a new setting that allows your posts, interactions, and inputs to be used to train and fine-tune Grok. This setting is automatically enabled, but you have the option to opt-out.
If you are an X user who is concerned about your data being used to train Grok, you can disable this setting and even delete your conversation history with Grok. Unfortunately, this cannot be done through the X mobile app. Instead, you will need to access your X account settings on a desktop device.
Here is how you can turn off data sharing with Grok and xAI on X:
1. Go to the Settings and privacy page on X using a desktop device.
2. Navigate to the Privacy and safety section and find Grok.
3. Uncheck the blue box with a white checkmark to disable the setting.
4. You can also delete your conversation history with Grok by clicking on the option in red text that says ‘Delete conversation history.’
It remains to be seen whether X’s approach to using user data for training AI will violate any regulations or laws. In the meantime, it is important for you to be proactive in protecting your data and information online. By taking control of your privacy settings, you can ensure that your online activities are not being used without your consent. Stay informed and empowered when it comes to safeguarding your online privacy.
