The 6 pieces of information you should never share with Google's Gemini
Beware of AI: 6 facts you shouldn't give to Gemini
porEditorial Team
Argentina
Find out what information can put you at risk if you share it with Google's Gemini AI. Protect your privacy
Artificial intelligence is advancing by leaps and bounds, but with it, risks to your privacy and digital security are also increasing.
Google Geminiis a powerful tool, but it's not designed to handle certain types of sensitive data. Avoid sharing them is key to your protection.
Google Gemini es una herramienta poderosa, pero no está diseñada para manejar ciertos tipos de datos
What is Gemini and why should you be careful?
Gemini is Google's multimodal AI, capable of processing text, images, audio, and more. It assists with tasks such as drafting texts, analyzing data, or generating content.
However, it's not a secure environment for all kinds of information. When interacting with these tools, there's a risk of accidental exposure or misuse of data.
1. Personally Identifiable Information (PII)
Don't share your ID, CUIL, passport, or driver's licenses. These are data that can be used to impersonate you.
No compartas DNI, CUIL, pasaporte ni licencias de conducir
Identity theft is one of the most common and serious threats. Even if Gemini says it doesn't store data, the risk exists.
Common risks
Impersonation at banks, ANSES, or AFIP
Fraud in procedures or services
Access to official accounts or benefits
How to protect yourself
Don't enter real data in any query
Use fake or generic examples
Request deletion if you shared something by mistake
Monitor your accounts for unusual activity
2. Passwords and access credentials
Never share your passwords with an AI, not even to ask it to remember them. Gemini is not a secure password manager.
Jamás compartas tus contraseñas con una IA
A leaked credential can mean total control of your accounts by a third party.
Essential protection
Use encrypted password managers
Enable two-factor authentication (2FA)
Change your password if it was leaked by mistake
Set up login alerts
3. Complete financial data
Avoid sharing card numbers, CVV, CBU, or bank balances. There's no specific encryption in Gemini for this type of data.
A leak can result in fraud, theft, and serious financial losses.
El nuevo “Súper IVA” impulsaría la competitividad y reduciría brechas fiscales
Key tips
Consult financial matters in official apps
Don't use AI to review your online banking
Block cards if you have any doubts
Review your statements monthly
4. Private medical information
Don't enter diagnoses, treatments, or test results. Although Gemini can help you with health questions, it doesn't replace your doctor.
Una prepaga congela la cuota.
The exposure of medical data can result in discrimination, blackmail, or commercial use of your health.
Protective measures
Ask questions without personal data
Use secure medical platforms
Request deletion of information if you made a mistake
5. Biometric data
Fingerprint, face, or iris should not be shared with Gemini. If these data are stolen, they can't be changed like a password.
Luego de la polémica por el escaneo del iris, la compañía cambia su enfoque
Once compromised, the risk of impersonation is permanent.
How to protect yourself
Use these data only in certified apps
Implement multifactor authentication
If leaked, notify your technology provider
6. Confidential information or trade secrets
Don't upload business ideas, strategies, source code, or private formulas to Gemini. General-purpose AIs don't guarantee legal confidentiality.
No cargues en Gemini ideas de negocio, estrategias, código fuente ni fórmulas privadas
A careless mistake can destroy years of work and investment.
Good business practices
Train your team in cybersecurity
Use platforms with enterprise encryption
If there's a leak, act quickly with your legal team
