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How to Protect Your Data from ChatGPT

A step by step guide

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Ravit Dotan
Aug 25, 2024
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Hi AI ethics enthusiasts,

OpenAI trains on user data by default, but you can opt-out. There are several ways to do it, and here is one.

For dessert, an AI-generated take on this post is at the end!

Step-by-Step Guide:

  1. Navigate to OpenAI's Privacy Portal: You can just put this term in search engine and it will come up

  2. Initiate Your Request: Look for the "Make a Privacy Request" button in the top right corner and click it.

  3. Specify Your Needs: Choose the action you want to take regarding your data.

  4. Submit Your Request: Once you've made your selection, submit your request.

  5. Confirm Your Request: You'll receive a verification email. This step ensures that only you can make changes to your data.

  6. Complete the Process: Follow the instructions in the email to finalize your request.

To make this process even clearer, I've created a screen capture video that walks you through each step:

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