Meta has introduced its artificial intelligence assistant on WhatsApp, ushering in a new era of interactive messaging experiences. Initially available only in English and accessible in select countries, including India, the Meta AI feature empowers users to engage with AI directly within their WhatsApp conversations. Offering a range of capabilities, from answering queries to generating text and images, Meta AI promises to enhance communication and productivity for users.
Similar to other AI-driven platforms like OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Google’s Gemini, Meta AI on WhatsApp provides an array of functionalities. Users can engage with the chatbot in group chats, seeking information, news updates, and even generating images using specific prompts—all seamlessly integrated within personal or group conversations.
However, it’s essential to recognize that while regular WhatsApp conversations maintain end-to-end encryption, interactions with Meta AI are not encrypted. Meta acknowledges this, citing the use of user data and prompts for AI training purposes. Despite this, Meta ensures that personal messages and calls remain fully encrypted, preserving user privacy.
Here’s how to use Meta AI on WhatsApp:
- Check for Updates: Ensure your WhatsApp is updated to the latest version from the respective app stores.
- Look for the Meta AI Icon: After updating, watch for a new round purple-blue circle icon at the top of your WhatsApp chat interface.
- Access the Chatbot: Tap on the Meta AI icon and accept the terms to open the chatbot within WhatsApp.
- Engage with Meta AI: Ask questions, seek advice, or generate images using prompts within the chatbot interface.
- Integrate into Chats: Utilize Meta AI in both personal and group chats by typing “@” followed by “Meta AI” in the message field.
- Respond to AI Messages: Easily reply to messages from Meta AI within your conversations by swiping right and typing your response.
While Meta AI retains visibility of conversations marked with its identifier, users maintain control over their data. Meta offers options to delete individual chats with AIs or request the removal of previously shared information—a feature aimed at preserving user privacy and autonomy.
With Meta AI’s arrival on WhatsApp, users can look forward to enhanced interactions and seamless access to AI-driven functionalities, enriching their messaging experience like never before.