According to Decrypt, Meta clarified that its Muse AI agent does not read user messages without explicit permission. Communications chief Andy Stone explained that accessing Messages requires two permissions controlled by the user. He addressed a report in which a journalist claimed Muse had synced his texts despite his settings.
Stone emphasized that both permissions must be granted by the user; no automatic or hidden access occurs. The claim arose from the journalist’s observation that Muse appeared to have accessed messages under conditions inconsistent with standard settings. Meta reiterated that users retain control over each permission through visible options in app settings.
The response directly addressed the specific reporter’s experience without referencing broader claims or technical specifics beyond what was stated. No additional details such as timing, internal testing, or user counts were included. The clarification focused on process accuracy and user control as described by Stone.
