Openai's locked chats feature raises privacy concerns

OpenAI has introduced Locked Chats for ChatGPT, allowing users to lock conversations for enhanced privacy. However, the feature has raised privacy concerns. Eric Hal Schwartz, a New York-based tech writer with 15 years of experience, highlights potential vulnerabilities. He notes the trade-offs users face in controlling personal data. The update reflects OpenAI’s efforts to address privacy and security in AI products. It aligns with increased regulatory scrutiny and user demand for transparency in AI operations. As of 2026, companies like OpenAI, Anthropic, and Google continue to lead in developing advanced language models. The introduction of Locked Chats underscores the challenge of balancing user privacy with AI functionality.