Cursor will not use your code inputs or the AI suggestions it generates to train AI models unless you actively choose to allow it. You can manage this setting within the Cursor application.
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This provision establishes that the default position is no use of user content for AI training, which is a contractually explicit opt-in framework rather than a passive opt-out arrangement.
Under this provision, users' code inputs and AI-generated suggestions are not used to train AI models by default; users who have not explicitly consented retain this protection and can verify or manage their consent status within the Service settings.
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"ANYSPHERE WILL NOT USE CONTENT TO TRAIN, OR ALLOW ANY THIRD PARTY TO TRAIN, ANY AI MODELS, UNLESS YOU'VE EXPLICITLY AGREED TO THE USE OF CONTENT FOR TRAINING. You can find instructions in the Service for how to manage your preferences regarding the use of Inputs and Suggestions for training.Excerpt from Cursor's Terms of Service
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This provision establishes that the default position is no use of user content for AI training, which is a contractually explicit opt-in framework rather than a passive opt-out arrangement.
Under this provision, users' code inputs and AI-generated suggestions are not used to train AI models by default; users who have not explicitly consented retain this protection and can verify or manage their consent status within the Service settings.
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