Debate over OpenAI data opt-out: in-app ChatGPT toggle is effective, per FAQ
paul_cal · x · 2026-09-09
A dispute over OpenAI's data opt-out mechanics: @edoardocontente claimed users must go through the privacy portal and several more pages. @paulcal countered that the cited section links to the Data Controls FAQ, which is unambiguous — the in-app ChatGPT opt-out toggle is effective, and the FAQ later notes that privacy-form opt-outs are also honored.
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