AI tools love learning — sometimes a little too much. Make sure they’re not quietly collecting your prompts for training
| Tool | Steps to Disable Retention | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| ChatGPT (web) | Settings ▸ Data Controls ▸ Chat History & Training → turn Off | Prompts are stored up to 30 days for abuse monitoring, then deleted. |
| OpenAI API | Training is disabled by default. No UI steps required. | Logs retained 30 days (7 days on Enterprise). |
| GitHub Copilot | GitHub ▸ Settings ▸ Copilot → uncheck “Allow GitHub to use my code snippets for product improvements.” | Copilot for Business/Enterprise disables this by default. |
| Microsoft 365 Copilot | Admin Center ▸ Privacy & Security ▸ Copilot Data Controls | - |
| Anthropic Claude (web) | Settings ▸ Data → turn off “Allow usage to improve model.” | - |
| Google Gemini / AI Studio | Dashboard ▸ Data safety → disable “Help improve …” | - |
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Remember to confirm these settings upon first login and re‑check after any tool update.
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