Change record
CA-C-002167
OpenAI Privacy Policy
Entity
Date detected
May 19, 2026
Effective date
May 19, 2026
Severity
Low
Direction
Positive
Changes
2 sentences modified

Impact Summary

Low Positive for users
Affected users
All users Logged-out users

OpenAI modified two sentences in its US Privacy Policy on May 19, 2026. The document timestamp was updated from April 30, 2026 to May 18, 2026. More substantially, the opt-out mechanism for users who are not logged in was expanded: users can now opt out either through a new 'Settings > Data Controls' option within ChatGPT or through the existing 'Your Privacy Choices' link on the website.

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What this means for you

The updated policy establishes an additional pathway for users who are not logged in to opt out of data practices. Previously, the only stated opt-out mechanism for logged-out users was the 'Your Privacy Choices' link on the website. The revised language now permits logged-out users to access opt-out controls through 'Settings > Data Controls' within ChatGPT itself, in addition to the website link. You can use either method to manage your privacy preferences.

What you can do

Access 'Settings > Data Controls' in ChatGPT to opt out if logged out

Alternatively, use the 'Your Privacy Choices' link on OpenAI's website to opt out

Key Clauses Affected

opt-out mechanism for logged-out users

Expanded to include in-app Settings > Data Controls pathway in addition to website Privacy Choices link

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This change record describes what was added, removed, or modified in the document. Analysis reflects what the updated agreement states or permits. It does not constitute a legal determination about enforceability. Applicability may vary by jurisdiction. Methodology

Evidence Verification

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Previous Version
f211b7e7d53aed7f2ecf67d46e404164595e4bb0ec1588d2469f7cc944b56c5d
May 14, 2026 00:01 UTC
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Current Version
f6e00f7793672c35c649498548b2d76fde31064441e7fbea7b14cf07e27e7d58
May 19, 2026 00:02 UTC
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Change Detected
May 19, 2026 00:02 UTC
Analysis Methodology
✓ Verified
Source Document
https://openai.com/policies/privacy-policy
Citation Record
Entity: OpenAI
Document: OpenAI Privacy Policy
Record ID: CA-C-002167
Captured: 2026-05-19 00:02:06 UTC
URL: https://conductatlas.com/change/2026-05-19-openai-openai-privacy-policy-2167/
Accessed: Aug. 18, 2026
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Institutional Analysis

Assessment

This change adds an operational disclosure about opt-out accessibility for logged-out users. It does not materially alter OpenAI's data processing authority or obligations under CCPA, GDPR, or similar regimes. The change appears to be a …

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Document Context

Version history → Policy drift analysis → Document page →
Document
OpenAI Privacy Policy
Entity
OpenAI
Captured
May 19, 2026
Source URL
https://openai.com/policies/privacy-policy
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