Google Workspace, AI

How to turn off Gemini in Gmail

March 19, 2025

Gemini, Google’s AI assistant, is designed to change how you handle your email. It can write emails for you, make long emails shorter, and even help you find information faster. While Gemini can be really useful for Google Workspace users, some people might want to go back to the way Gmail used to be.

You might be worried about privacy, you don’t like how it changes your workflow, or you just find the AI a bit distracting overall. And we get it; everyone is different. Knowing how to turn off Gemini in Gmail is important so you can set things up the way you like.

This guide will show you how to remove Gemini from Gmail, no matter what kind of account you have, and give you some tips if you run into problems.

Understanding Gemini’s generative AI features in Gmail

Gemini for Workspace works right inside Gmail, adding AI features that can make things easier. These features are meant to help you get more done and make your email process smoother.

Gemini’s core functionality in Gmail

Gemini is like a helpful assistant for writing and managing your emails. When you give it a simple request, it gives you good suggestions for what to write. This is really useful if you’re having trouble starting an email or need to answer something quickly.

Another important part of what Gemini does is summarizing emails. It can automatically find the main points in long email conversations. This helps you understand what’s going on without having to spend a lot of time reading everything, which is great for people who deal with lots of emails and long discussions.

Also, Gemini has a really good search feature that makes it different from regular email tools. You can quickly find specific things in your email, which saves you time from having to look through everything yourself.

How Gemini makes email management easier

Gemini’s automated features make email management much easier. It helps you write messages by giving you suggestions, so you can keep your emails professional without spending a lot of time on them.

Besides just helping you write, Google Workspace Gemini also helps you organize things. It can find files, look at PDF documents, and make summaries, which makes managing your inbox much easier. All these things together make your email more productive.

Gemini for Goole Workspace does more than just manage email; it also helps you be creative. It can help you brainstorm ideas and come up with new concepts, which is great if you need to come up with ideas and share them with others. It combines being organized with helping you be creative, making it a great tool for managing email.

How Gemini works with other Google Workspace apps

Gemini for Google Workspace doesn’t just work with Gmail; it works with all the Google apps you use, creating a single place to get things done. It connects with Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Meet so you can work more easily with others on your team.

In Google Docs, for example, you can use Gemini to make summaries, create outlines, and come up with new ideas. In Google Sheets, Gemini is great for working with data. If you have lots of information, Gemini can help you understand it and make better decisions. This makes working with data easier and helps you make smarter choices, too.

When you’re making a presentation in Google Slides, Gemini can help you create pictures and content from just a few words. You can create presentations faster and keep them looking professional. Plus, because it works well with all these apps, you can stay productive no matter which one you’re using.

Why people turn off Gemini in Gmail and how to do it

Even though Gemini has many good things, some users prefer a more traditional email experience. Maybe they’re worried about privacy, they like their old way of working, or they just find the AI a little distracting. These users want to know how to turn off Gemini. It’s important to understand and respect these reasons so everyone can be happy with their email experience.

The way to turn off Gemini depends on what kind of account you have. If you use Google Workspace, you need to go to the Admin Console, find the Generative AI menu, choose Gemini, and set the Service status to OFF for everyone. This is how companies make sure everyone has the same settings.

If you have a Google One AI Premium account, you can go to the Gemini website, find the settings, and turn off the Google Workspace connection. Both of these methods make it easy for people to set up their Gmail the way they want.

How to turn off Gemini in Gmail

Turning off Gemini is a little different depending on your account. Google Workspace users should access the Admin Console, navigate through the Generative AI menu to Gemini, and adjust the Service status to OFF for all users before saving their preferences.

Google Workspace Accounts:

Log in to the Google Admin Console.
Expand the Generative AI menu in the left-hand sidebar.
Choose Gemini.
Select Service status and mark OFF for everyone.
Click Save to apply the changes.

Google One AI Premium subscribers can manage their preferences through the Gemini website. After accessing Settings and selecting Extensions, users can disable the Google Workspace integration to remove Gemini features from their email environment.

Google One AI Premium Accounts:

Log in to the Gemini website.
Select Settings in the left-hand menu and pick Extensions.
Turn off the toggle for Google Workspace.

If you’re using Google Workspace Labs, the process involves accessing Gmail settings, selecting the Opt-out option, and reloading the application. Following these steps, you will completely remove AI features from your email experience.

Google Workspace Labs Accounts:

Log in to Gmail.
Select the Settings icon (gear) on the top right.
Choose Opt Out at the top of the sidebar.
Pick Opt out and reload.

Note that this will remove you from the program, and you will not be able to rejoin.

Extra tips for removing Gemini

If you’re still seeing Gemini after you’ve turned it off, try these things:

Use incognito mode: Open Gmail in a new incognito window.
Refresh: Reload both Gmail and the Admin Console.
Check your phone: On your phone, go to Google Settings, find your profile, and change Gemini to the regular Google Assistant.
Look at your account settings: Check all your Google Account settings, especially the privacy ones.
Clear your browser’s cache: Delete your browser’s cache and cookies.
Update your apps: Make sure your browser and Gmail app are up to date.
Use ad blockers: You can try using ad blockers or special extensions like “Hide Gemini”, but be careful and make sure they’re safe to use.

How Revolgy helps with Gemini implementation in Workspace

Revolgy, as a Google partner, helps businesses implement and set up Gemini in Google Workspace. Our expertise makes sure your business can effectively use AI tools while keeping operational efficiency and high-security standards.

We’re experts at setting up advanced machine-learning solutions according to specific business requirements. This helps you get the most out of AI while still working efficiently. We can help you set everything up and guide your team with our ongoing support for team adoption of Gemini features.

We also offer free consultations to help you get started with Gemini. We’re experts in planning Google Workspace and making sure everything works well, so you can use AI without slowing things down.

Getting the most out of Gemini for your business

If you set up Gemini the right way, it can be a real asset to your business. It can automate everyday tasks, like writing emails and summarizing documents. Gemini can also help your creativity by brainstorming new ideas or creating better presentations.

To help you get the most out of Gemini, we have a comprehensive prompting guide that shows you how to use its features effectively. You’ll learn how to communicate with the AI assistant and achieve the results you’re looking for, helping your business stay competitive, efficient, and innovative.

Download the free Gemini Prompting guide.