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Google Messages Adds On-Device Nudity Warnings for Videos

A Play Services update enables local scanning in Messages to reduce accidental exposure.

Samsung phones will now warn users before opening videos containing nudity in the Google Messages app.

Overview

  • The capability arrives with the October 2025 Google Play Services update, reported as version 25.39.
  • Users must opt in by enabling Sensitive Content Warnings in Messages settings under Manage sensitive content warnings.
  • Detection runs on-device via Android’s SafetyCore system so media is not uploaded for analysis.
  • When nudity is detected, incoming videos are blurred and can be deleted without being opened.
  • Senders receive a risk reminder and must confirm before sharing explicit media, while GIFs are not currently covered.