Apple Intelligence is now on by default. Here's how you turn it off.

Apple's latest operating system update included one big change for Apple Intelligence: it's on by default now.

Users of compatible iPhone, iPad and Mac devices previously had to opt-in to use Apple Intelligence features. In the 18.3 update , Apple Intelligence will now be enabled automatically for new users and those upgrading who may not have opted in previously.

The first batch of Apple Intelligence features, which introduced Apple-built generative models and other enhancements to existing software, launched in October, with more features rolling out in December for devices.

Here's how to opt out of Apple Intelligence:

Turning off Apple Intelligence

To turn off Apple Intelligence, navigate to "Settings" on the device. In "Settings," tap on "Apple Intelligence & Siri" and then toggle off the button next to "Apple Intelligence."

More: Apple iOS 18.3 is here. What to know about top features.

Supported devices

For iPhone, Apple Intelligence is compatible with these devices:

• All iPhone 16 models

• iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max

The update is compatible with these iPad devices:

• iPad Pro (M1 and later)

• iPad Air (M1 and later)

Apple Intelligence is compatible with these Mac devices:

• MacBook Air (M1 and later) and MacBook Pro (M1 and later)

• iMac (M1 and later)

• Mac mini (M1 and later)

• Mac Studio (M1 Max and later)

• Mac Pro (M2 Ultra)

This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: How to turn off Apple Intelligence now that it's on by default