Why would you want to deactivate Google’s Voice Assistant?
While Google’s Voice Assistant can be extremely helpful in your day-to-day activities, there could be several reasons why you may want to turn it off:
- You prefer not to use voice commands and would rather use traditional methods for accessing information.
- You are concerned about your privacy and prefer not to have a voice-activated assistant constantly listening.
- You find it distracting or unnecessary for your needs.
Step 1: Access the Google Assistant Settings
The first step is to access the settings for Google’s Voice Assistant. Here’s how:
- Open the Google app on your device.
- Tap on the three horizontal lines icon on the bottom right corner to open the menu.
- Select “Settings” from the menu options.
- Scroll down and tap on “Google Assistant”.
Step 2: Deactivating Voice Assistant
Once you are in the Google Assistant settings, follow these steps to deactivate it:
- Tap on the “Assistant” tab.
- Scroll down and select “Phone”.
- Toggle off the “Google Assistant” option.
Step 3: Disabling Voice Match
To ensure Google’s Voice Assistant doesn’t activate accidentally, disable the Voice Match feature:
- Go back to the Google Assistant settings.
- Select the “Assistant” tab.
- Scroll down and tap on “Voice Match”.
- Toggle off the “Access with Voice Match” option.
Step 4: Confirm Deactivation
After completing the above steps, it’s crucial to confirm that Google’s Voice Assistant has been successfully deactivated. Here’s how:
- Press and hold the home button on your device or say the voice command “Hey Google”.
- If the Google Assistant doesn’t respond, it means it has been deactivated.
Step 5: Reactivating Voice Assistant (Optional)
If you decide to reactivate Google’s Voice Assistant at any point, you can follow the same steps mentioned earlier, but toggle the options back on.
That’s it! You’ve successfully deactivated Google’s Voice Assistant on your device. Whether it’s for privacy concerns or personal preferences, disabling this feature can give you peace of mind. Remember, you can always reactivate it whenever you wish. Happy using!