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OpenAI Lets Users Block Data Training and Delete Chats

4/27/2026

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Users can block ChatGPT from training on their data via the privacy portal.
Users can delete all chats in Settings > Data controls, though OpenAI may retain them up to 30 days for security, legal reasons, or when de-identified.
Temporary chats avoid history and training but may be stored for up to 30 days.
Users can delete or toggle off saved memories and may request account deletion via a privacy request.

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Story summary

Users can block ChatGPT from training on their data via the privacy portal.
Users can delete all chats in Settings > Data controls, though OpenAI may retain them up to 30 days for security, legal reasons, or when de-identified.
Temporary chats avoid history and training but may be stored for up to 30 days.
Users can delete or toggle off saved memories and may request account deletion via a privacy request.