- Meta AI incorporates conversation summary and audio transcription features into WhatsApp, which can be activated from the application settings.
- The new Muse Image model allows you to create and edit images with artificial intelligence directly in chats, without leaving the app.
- The tool is being rolled out gradually in Spain and Europe, with free use and subscription options for greater capacity.
- Privacy is guaranteed: Meta AI only accesses messages in which it is explicitly mentioned.
Meta's artificial intelligence continues to make strides within WhatsApp, and it does so with a handful of features that are already available or about to reach users in Spain. From summarizing group conversations to transcribing audio without leaving the chatFrom generating images with the new Muse Image model, the application becomes a more versatile tool without needing to install anything extra. However, many of these options are disabled by default, so it's useful to know where they are and how to enable them.
The truth is that Meta AI is not new to WhatsApp, but until now it went largely unnoticed. The most useful features arrived in Spain in June 2026And since then, new features have been added, such as the creation of images with artificial intelligence. Below, we review what can be done, how to activate each feature, and what to keep in mind to avoid privacy surprises.
Group summaries and audio transcription: the basics that already work
If you're part of high-traffic groups, the summary function will be perfect for you. Meta AI is able to condense the messages you've missed into a quick glance.without having to read your entire chat history. To activate it, go to Settings, then Chats, and tap Private processing. There you'll see a switch called Private processing features; turning it on authorizes artificial intelligence to help you catch up and compose messages. The screen itself clarifies that, whether you activate these features or not, neither Meta nor WhatsApp can access your private messages because the content is processed in encrypted form.
Another very practical function is the transcription of voice notes. If you receive an audio message and can't listen to it, WhatsApp converts it to text within the chat itself.Simply go to Settings, then Chats, and enable Voice Message Transcriptions. Next, tap and hold any audio message and select Transcribe. The first time, your phone will download the language pack, and you should check that Spanish is selected. Unlike summaries, this feature doesn't use Meta AI: the transcription is done on your phone, and the audio remains end-to-end encrypted, so neither WhatsApp nor Meta can access its content. Furthermore, this feature isn't new; it's been available since late 2024.
Muse Image: the new image generator arrives on WhatsApp
The big news of the last few weeks is Muse Image, the first image generation model developed by Meta Superintelligence Labs. This tool allows you to create images from descriptions written in natural language.You can activate Meta AI directly from your WhatsApp chat. Alternatively, you can invoke it in any conversation by typing @MetaAI followed by the instruction, and all participants will see the response. The feature is being rolled out gradually, so it may not yet be available to all accounts, but it is already being activated in Spain.
Muse Image not only creates images from scratch, but also allows you to edit them. You can add or remove elements, change styles, combine multiple photos, or even animate a static imageTo edit, simply tap the marker icon and draw over the area you want to modify. The AI preserves the conversation context, so you can fine-tune details without having to start over each time. It also includes a collection of presets or pre-designed templates: from restoring old photos to transforming yourself into a claymation character or a 16-bit video game character—all with a single tap.
Another interesting feature is the ability to generate images of yourself using the instruction “imagine me” followed by a description. Meta AI uses the photos you've previously set up to create custom compositionssuch as seeing yourself in a suit or in front of a monument. However, this option requires prior permission, and you can disable it at any time in your Instagram settings, as the reference images are taken from your public profile. For more details, you can read about how Meta activates AI image generation through public profiles.
Privacy and control: what Meta AI really sees
One of the most widespread myths is that Meta AI automatically reads all your conversations. Nothing could be further from the truth. The assistant only has access to messages in which you mention it with @MetaAI or those that you explicitly share with it.The rest of your chats are inaccessible. Summaries, on the other hand, use Private Processing technology, which, according to Meta, processes messages in a secure environment inaccessible to both the company and the app. The exception is conversations you have directly with the assistant: these are stored on Meta's servers until you delete them. If you have any questions about the system, you can consult How Meta AI's privacy works.
If you want to protect a specific group or chat, you can enter it, tap its name at the top, and activate Advanced Chat Privacy. This prevents mentioning the assistant within that conversation and blocks the export of messages.It's a useful measure for sensitive chats where you don't want artificial intelligence to intervene in any way. In fact, there is a incognito mode to talk to Meta AI that alters the management of your chats.
Availability, costs and future of the tool
Muse Image is being rolled out gradually in different countries. In Spain and Europe, users can already start seeing the option in the Meta AI chat, although it may take a few days to appear on all accounts. Everyday use of the tool is freeHowever, Meta has set generation limits. Those who need to create more images can access subscription plans like Meta One, which expand capacity. The company has also confirmed that Muse Image will soon be available on Facebook and Messenger, and that they are already working on Muse Video, the next step for the creative platform.
For advertisers and agencies, Muse Image will be integrated into Advantage+ creative, Meta's tool for generating advertising materials with artificial intelligence. Initial tests show improvements in photorealism and product fidelityThis is key for brands that need to preserve packaging, textures, and logos. Ultimately, Meta AI in WhatsApp doesn't change how you use the app, but it does solve two real annoyances: keeping up with rapidly growing group chats and avoiding endless voice messages. The rest, like image generation and tone adjustment, are more optional than essential. The recommendation is to activate only what you'll actually use, review the advanced chat privacy settings for your sensitive conversations, and remember that the AI doesn't snoop through your messages on its own; it only acts when you activate it. With these precautions, it's a useful tool worth having on hand without needing to turn everything on.
