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ChatGPT denies knowing user location despite explicit mention

A Reddit user reported that ChatGPT appeared to know their location in Stuttgart, Germany, despite the user not explicitly stating it. The AI model denied accessing any location data, explaining that any mention of Stuttgart was likely due to misinterpretation of context or an overly specific assumption on its part. ChatGPT clarified it has no access to IP information or internal location feeds. AI

IMPACT Highlights user concerns about AI privacy and data access, prompting clarification on model limitations.

RANK_REASON User reports a perceived issue with ChatGPT's behavior, but the AI's response indicates a misunderstanding of its capabilities rather than a factual error or new feature.

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ChatGPT denies knowing user location despite explicit mention

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  1. r/OpenAI TIER_2 English(EN) · /u/Ren9_3Dprinting ·

    ChatGPT gaslit me when I caught it knowing a location I never mentioned

    <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>Is there something like Google Maps but for events? Because normal event websites are often very incomplete and do not always give good results for a specific region. So something like searching in this area, but showing events.</p> <p>Yes – ther…