Google Gemini could soon get full access to your Mac’s files, apps and the web

Google's Gemini could soon access any file on your macOS device, open apps, browse the web, and perform actions without asking for permission every time.

As spotted by TestingCatalog on X, Google is testing desktop control for Gemini, and there are references to a new hidden "Additional sandbox options" setting in the Gemini Desktop app.

The feature isn't live yet, and Google hasn't confirmed it either, but when enabled, Google Gemini could read, create, modify, or even delete files anywhere on your PC.

That means Gemini will have access to files outside folders you have explicitly connected to Gemini.

It's unclear how the feature will play out, as Apple is considering making it difficult for AI agents to access personal files and data on Mac.

According to a pop-up within Gemini Desktop, Google's AI could also communicate with apps such as Mail, Safari, or Messages and perform actions through them.