Complete Guide to Controlling Location Access for My AI on Snapchat

As artificial intelligence becomes more integrated into social media platforms, understanding how your data is used is more important than ever. Snapchat introduced My AI to deliver more personalised responses, and in some cases, this includes using location information. If you want to manage or restrict the location data shared with My AI, here’s a detailed guide to help you stay in control.

How Location Sharing Works on Snapchat

Privacy remains a key focus for Snapchat. By default, precise location tracking is turned off. The app can only access your location if you grant permission.

Location sharing enhances certain features such as:

• Snap Map
• Location-based Lenses
• Search suggestions
• Advertisements

The Snap Map feature allows you to decide who can see your location. You can share your whereabouts with selected friends or enable Ghost Mode to hide your location entirely.

How My AI Uses Your Location Information

My AI does not independently collect new location data. Instead, it relies on the location details you have already chosen to share with Snapchat.

When you use My AI for the first time, the platform notifies you that it may use shared information to personalise responses. For example:

• If you ask for nearby restaurants, recommendations may be based on your shared location.
• If you inquire about local events, suggestions may reflect your current area.

If location access is disabled, My AI will not use precise location data for responses.

How to Stop Sharing Location with Snapchat (Android)

If you’re using an Android device, follow these steps:

Long press the Snapchat app icon.

Tap on “App info.”

Select “Permissions.”

Tap on “Location.”

Choose “Deny” to block location access.

How to Stop Sharing Location with Snapchat (iPhone)

If you’re using an iOS device:

Open the Settings app.

Scroll to “Privacy & Security.”

Tap on “Location Services.”

Find and select Snapchat.

Under “Allow Location Access,” choose “Never.”

This will prevent Snapchat — and therefore My AI — from accessing your device’s location.

Important Note About Cached Data

If you recently changed your location permissions, some previously stored location data may remain temporarily cached. Over time, this data will refresh based on your updated privacy settings.

How to Clear Location Influence from My AI

To reduce the impact of location data on My AI responses:

• Disable location permissions using the steps above.
• Avoid sharing your location directly in chats with My AI.
• Report inaccurate or location-based suggestions to Snapchat support to improve AI responses.

Managing your digital privacy is essential, especially when using AI-powered features. By reviewing and adjusting your location permissions, you can control how My AI personalises your experience.

Snapchat provides flexible privacy settings, allowing you to balance personalised features with data protection. Taking a few minutes to update your location settings ensures that your information remains in your control while you continue enjoying the platform safely.