Google Gemini now has a secret chat mode

Google has introduced a feature allowing users to engage in secret chats with its Gemini AI in incognito mode on web browsers, eliminating the need to sign in first.

This update, reported by 9to5Google, allows users to access Gemini directly through the chat window at gemini.google.com without encountering a landing page. This strategy aims to attract users who may be hesitant about trying the product without any commitment.

However, users accessing the signed-out version will have limitations, including the use of an older model, the inability to generate images, and the restriction on adding attachments. Notably, this feature allows users to interact with Gemini in a manner that doesn’t save their queries to Google’s databases.

The incognito feature is currently supported only on web browsers, necessitating users with the Gemini app to switch to their browser for a secret chat experience.

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Access to this feature may vary by location. Users in the U.S. and India can utilize Gemini without a Google account, while those in other regions, such as the EU, may experience delays in accessing this functionality. Users are encouraged to check available features regardless of their location.

The chat interface now displays suggested prompts such as “Save me time,” “Write an essay on the history of chess,” “Help me plan,” and “Give me study tips.” Instead of personal greetings, signed-out users are welcomed with “Meet Gemini, your personal AI assistant,” mirroring the approach of Google Search.

While using Gemini 2.0 Flash in incognito mode, users will see a model picker that includes options like 2.0 Flash Thinking (experimental), Deep Research, and Personalization (experimental). Accessing newer model selections, uploading files, and reviewing chat history requires users to sign in, indicating Google’s preference for account usage. The Gemini app on Android continues to require a login for use.

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