Disabling Apple Intelligence on Your Apple Devices: A Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to turn off Apple Intelligence on your iPhone, iPad, and Mac with this easy guide. Whether for privacy, environmental concerns, or personal preference, we’ve got you covered.

Apple just dropped some fresh updates, and iOS 18.3 is part of the package, bringing Apple Intelligence to newer gadgets right out of the box. But let’s be real—not everyone’s jumping for joy over AI features that turn on by themselves. Whether it’s the environmental footprint, the politics of AI bigwigs, or just thinking Apple Intelligence isn’t all that smart yet, some folks are hitting the brakes.

Want to shut down Apple Intelligence on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac? No sweat. Just dive into Settings (or System Settings if you’re on a Mac), hunt down Apple Intelligence, and flip the switch. Mac users get a handy toggle. And hey, while you’re at it, maybe give Siri the boot too—especially if you’re not cool with it chirping from your lock screen. Privacy first, right?

Once you flick Apple Intelligence off, a pop-up will ask if you’re sure. Here’s the kicker: Apple’s playing it safe with your data, using something called Private Cloud Computer to keep your info from wandering off to their servers. So, you can breathe a little easier on that front.