OpenAI Introduces New Data Management Controls for ChatGPT

OpenAI has introduced new data management controls for ChatGPT, allowing users to disable chat history to prevent their conversations from being used to train OpenAI's models. These updates provide users with more direct control over their data privacy and the same-time introduction of a data export tool and a future business-focused subscription.

Chat History and Model Training Opt-Out

ChatGPT users can now disable chat history in the settings menu. When chat history is disabled, new conversations are not used to train and improve OpenAI's models and do not appear in the history sidebar.

Key details regarding the data retention policy for disabled history:

  • Retention Period: New conversations started with history disabled are retained by OpenAI for 30 days.
  • Purpose of Retention: These conversations are reviewed only when necessary to monitor for abuse.
  • Deletion: Data is permanently deleted after the 30-day window.

ChatGPT Business Subscription

OpenAI is developing a ChatGPT Business subscription designed for professionals and enterprises requiring higher levels of data control.

ChatGPT Business will adhere to the OpenAI API's data usage policies, ensuring that end-user data is not used to train OpenAI's models by default. This subscription tier is expected to be available in the coming months.

Data Export Capabilities

A new Export option in the ChatGPT settings menu allows users to download their stored information. Users who request an export will receive a file containing their conversations and all other relevant data via email.

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