Google Does Not Listen to Personal Conversations without User Consent:
In general, Google does not listen to personal conversations without user agreement. There are cases, however, when it can be assumed that Google is listening, but these situations are related to voice assistance devices and voice-controlled devices" operation. Here"s what"s happening.

1. Activation of Voice Assistance:
Devices like smartphones and computers, such as laptops, are designed to recognize voice commands for the purpose of executing voice commands. They are "listening" for specific phrases or instructions, for example, "Hey Google" or "OK Google." When you say the device"s activation phrase, it triggers the voice assistance and begins processing your voice input to execute your command.

2. Voice Commands or Voice Search:
When using voice commands or performing voice searches, Google can collect voice data to improve its voice recognition technology and provide more accurate responses. This data is used to enhance the accuracy of its voice recognition technology, rather than to eavesdrop on individual conversations.

3. Targeted Advertising:
Google collects data from various sources, including search history and interaction with Google"s services, to provide personalized advertisements. While this might seem like Google is "listening," it is actually analyzing your online activities to customize ads based on your preferences.

It"s important to note that Google"s data collection is primarily for the purpose of improving its services and tailoring advertisements. This data is anonymized and used to enhance technology rather than to analyze individual conversations.

Crucially, any data collected by Google is subject to its privacy policies, and users have the ability to manage the permissions they grant to Google and its services. It"s worth mentioning that Google"s data collection serves the purpose of its technological advancement and the improvement of user experience, not constant eavesdropping on personal conversations.