Meta Lets AI Use Public Instagram Images — Here Is How to Opt Out

Meta has introduced a new AI image generator that can draw on photos from public Instagram accounts. This means that images shared publicly on the platform may be used to train or power Meta's AI tools without explicit user consent. The feature has raised privacy concerns among Instagram users who may not be aware their content is being utilized this way. Users do have the option to limit how their images are used, though the process requires navigating account settings. Those concerned about their photos being used are advised to either adjust their privacy settings or switch their accounts to private.