“Chat history & model training” has been replaced with two separate features: Temporary Chats and Improve the model for everyone.
What are the Data Controls settings?
Data Controls let you decide how ChatGPT uses your conversations and interactions. They specifically allow you to choose whether your conversations help improve our models.
Depending on whether you're signed in or not, your options vary slightly:
When you're signed out, you can choose if your chats are used to help train ChatGPT
When you're signed in, you have additional options like exporting your data or deleting your account
How do I stop my chats from training ChatGPT? (ie. “Improve the model for everyone”)?
On Web (Signed-in):
Click your profile icon
Select Settings
Go to Data Controls
Turn off "Improve the model for everyone"
Your conversations will still appear in your chat history but won't be used to train ChatGPT.
On Web (Signed-out):
Click the ? icon in the bottom-right corner
Select Settings
Turn off "Improve the model for everyone"
On Mobile:
Open the side-bar menu
Tap your profile icon
Select Data Controls
Turn off "Improve the model for everyone"
Does this functionality sync between web and mobile devices?
Yes. Once you turn off model training, the setting applies to your entire account. It doesn’t matter which device you’re using.
How do I export my data from ChatGPT?
Refer to our article: How do I export my ChatGPT history and data?
How do I delete my ChatGPT account?
Refer to our article: How can I delete my account?
How does OpenAI use my personal data?
Refer to our article: How your data is used to improve model performance
What about Temporary Chats?
Temporary Chats are deleted from our systems after 30 days. These chats:
Aren’t used to train our models
May be reviewed only to monitor for abuse
Don’t get saved in your history and don’t create memories
For additional information about Temporary Chats, please refer to our FAQ: Temporary Chat FAQ
What happens to my chats if I turn off training?
They’ll still show up in your history, but they won’t be used to improve ChatGPT. If it’s a Temporary Chat, it will be deleted after 30 days.
Can I turn off training at any time?
Yes — you can change this setting anytime. There are no restrictions.
I previously opted out of model training by writing to the support team. Will you continue to honor my opt-out?
Yes. If you opted out by contacting support or using our privacy form, your account will represent that request.
Are there additional data controls for ChatGPT business plans?
Yes, our Team, Enterprise, and Edu plans offer additional data controls. For additional information regarding these plans, please refer to our Enterprise privacy policies.