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Meta Enables AI Image Generation from Public Instagram Profiles

Meta has implemented a new feature allowing AI image generation based on public Instagram profile data. The company states users can opt out of this process. Privacy organizations have expressed concerns regarding the data utilization.

07/20/2026 · Maine edition

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Meta now permits the generation of artificial intelligence images from individuals' public Instagram profile pictures. The company informed users that they maintain the option to opt out of this process.

Privacy advocacy organizations have raised objections to Meta's new policy concerning the use of public profile data for AI image generation. These groups highlight potential implications for user privacy.

Meta stated that the AI image generation feature utilizes publicly available data from Instagram profiles. The company emphasized its provision of an opt-out mechanism for users who do not wish their public profile pictures to contribute to this AI training.

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