Policy & safety · 8 November 2026
Meta pauses AI training terms for Business accounts after backlash
Meta indefinitely delayed its commercial terms update that would have required Business account users to allow AI training on linked external sites; legal experts warned the language could let Meta ignore robots.txt and avoid licensing fees.
Why it matters
Meta's pause on AI training terms signals that users expect opt‑out controls; ensure your product’s data‑use policies include clear consent mechanisms.
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