Instagram seems to have integrated Meta AI into the search function, and I’d rather not have AI involved when I’m just trying to look something up. Is there a way to disable or opt out of the Meta AI search feature on Instagram, and if so, where exactly is that setting located in the app?
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To disable Meta AI in Instagram search, go to Settings > Privacy > Meta AI (or Settings > Account > AI preferences depending on your region), where you can toggle off AI search suggestions. If that option isn’t available in your settings, you can reduce its impact by clearing your search history regularly and avoiding AI-recommended content paths. Unfortunately, completely removing Meta AI from search may not be fully possible as it’s integrated into the platform.