How to Turn Off Gemini on Android

How to fix it

Try these in order — the most common fix is first.

1. 1. Switch back to Google Assistant

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   1. Open the Gemini app and tap your profile picture
   2. Choose Switch to Google Assistant (or Settings > Google Assistant) and confirm
   Did this fix it? Yes No

2. 2. Change the default assistant

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   1. Open Settings > Apps > Default apps > Digital assistant app
   2. Pick Google Assistant, or None
   Did this fix it? Yes No

3. 3. Turn off Hey Google and lock-screen access

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   1. In the Gemini app open profile picture > Settings > Hey Google and turn it off
   2. Turn off Use Gemini without unlocking under Gemini on lock screen
   Did this fix it? Yes No

4. 4. Change the power-button shortcut

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   1. Settings > System > Gestures (or Advanced features on Samsung) > power button or side key
   2. Set it to something other than Gemini, such as Camera
   Did this fix it? Yes No

Symptoms

Gemini opens when you say Hey Google or hold the power or home button, and you want the old Google Assistant or no assistant.

Why it happens

• Gemini replaced Google Assistant as the default on many Android phones
• It is part of the Google app, so it cannot be uninstalled
• Separate triggers (voice, button, lock screen) each need turning off

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