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The provision establishes a mechanism for users to control whether their conversation data contributes to model training, while also specifying data retention parameters and deletion procedures. This creates operational distinctions in how conversation data is processed based on user-selected settings.
Users have the ability to opt out of having new conversations used for model training by disabling chat history, and can manually delete individual conversations from their record. If chat history remains enabled, the terms apply as written regarding use of conversations for model training purposes.
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The provision establishes a mechanism for users to control whether their conversation data contributes to model training, while also specifying data retention parameters and deletion procedures. This creates operational distinctions in how conversation data is processed based on user-selected settings.
Users have the ability to opt out of having new conversations used for model training by disabling chat history, and can manually delete individual conversations from their record. If chat history remains enabled, the terms apply as written regarding use of conversations for model training purposes.
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