OpenAI Adds PIN Locks to ChatGPT Chats

OpenAI rolls out PIN-protected ChatGPT chats with privacy limits.

Oct 21, 2026

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OpenAI Adds PIN Locks to ChatGPT Chats

OpenAI rolls out PIN-protected ChatGPT chats with privacy limits.

In brief

OpenAI rolls out PIN-protected ChatGPT chats with privacy limits. OpenAI introduced PIN locks for ChatGPT conversations to keep chats private without end-to-end encryption. Originally reported by TokenPost.

OpenAI rolls out PIN locks

OpenAI began rolling out PIN-protected ChatGPT conversations on October 20, giving users a way to keep selected chats out of routine view.

How PIN locks work

Users set a four-digit PIN for a conversation and unlock it with Face ID, Touch ID, or device unlock methods.

What PIN locks don't do

PIN locks do not add end-to-end encryption, change retention periods, or alter the account’s 'Improve the model for everyone' setting.

The short version

OpenAI introduced PIN locks for ChatGPT conversations to keep chats private without end-to-end encryption.

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