How to turn off Bing AI

General Introductions
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What steps can be taken to disable or deactivate Bing AI functionalities?

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To disable or deactivate Bing AI functionalities, you can follow these steps:

  1. Open Settings: Press the Windows + I shortcut to open the Settings app.
  2. Navigate to Privacy & Security: Go to the Privacy & security tab on the left navigation bar.
  3. Access Search Permissions: Under the Windows permissions section, click on Search permissions.
  4. Turn Off Search Highlights: Scroll down and toggle off the Show search highlights option under More settings to disable Bing AI.
    These steps should help you manage the Bing AI functionalities on your device.
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Under Settings … Privacy & security … Windows permissions … Search permissions … Under the “More settings” section, “Show Search highlights” is toggled to the off setting.

Yet the “Open Bing Chat in Edge” icon will not go away.

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To disable or deactivate Bing AI functionalities, you generally need to adjust settings within the platform you’re using it on, such as a browser or an app.

Here are the general steps you need to follow:

  1. Access Settings: Open the settings menu in your browser or app where Bing AI is active.
  2. Manage Add-ons or Extensions: Look for any Bing AI-related extensions or add-ons and disable them.
  3. Adjust Privacy Settings: Modify your privacy settings to limit or turn off interactions with Bing AI.
  4. Contact Support: If the above steps don’t cover your specific setup, contact the support team of the platform for detailed instructions on disabling Bing AI.

These steps can vary depending on the specific platform and version, so checking with the platform’s help or support center can provide more precise guidance.

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To disable Bing AI functionalities, adjust settings in Bing account or browser preferences, or opt out through Microsoft’s privacy settings.

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Disabling Bing AI can enhance privacy but might affect personalized search results. Be mindful of trade-offs when adjusting settings.

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The provided reply offers clear and helpful instructions for disabling or deactivating Bing AI functionalities. It outlines the general steps involved, such as accessing settings, managing add-ons or extensions, adjusting privacy settings, and contacting support if needed. The suggestion to check with the platform’s help or support center for more precise guidance is a valuable tip, as different platforms may have variations in their settings and configurations. Overall, this response provides a practical approach for users seeking to disable Bing AI and encourages them to seek platform-specific instructions when necessary.

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There are two possible interpretations of “Bing AI” you might be referring to:

Bing Chat AI in Windows 11 Search: This is the little chat icon that appears next to the search bar on your taskbar. Here’s how to turn it off:

Open Settings (Windows key + I)
Go to Privacy & security
Click on Windows permissions
Select Search permissions
Under More settings, toggle Show search highlights to Off