Claude Code and Grok CLI Face File Data Upload Controversy
NathanWilbanks_ · x · 2026-07-14
The post points out that tools like Claude Code and Grok CLI transmit data from the file system to their respective remote servers. The author brings up another controversial point: even with a "Zero Data Retention (ZDR)" promise, data might still be retained if flagged for a "policy violation," which could include building a competing product.
The core debate centers on local code/files being uploaded and whether platforms will exploit policy loopholes to retain data.
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