ChatGPT users question data privacy with account access

By PulseAugur Editorial · [1 sources] · 2026-08-01 15:13

A user on Reddit is questioning the privacy implications of ChatGPT's ability to access user accounts, such as email, for enhanced functionality. The concern is whether OpenAI gains access to credentials when users grant this permission through browser-based logins. The user seeks clarification on whether their sensitive information will be read by OpenAI. AI

IMPACT Raises user concerns about data privacy and security when using AI tools that integrate with personal accounts.

RANK_REASON User-generated discussion about a product's functionality and potential privacy concerns.

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ChatGPT users question data privacy with account access

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r/OpenAI TIER_2 English(EN) · /u/Prince-of-Privacy · 2026-08-01 15:13

ChatGPT Work is much more useful, if I let it log into my accounts (like my Mail) to read and write mails for instance. But does OpenAI now have my credentials? They just say to enter them in the browser, but not, if that means, that they will not be able to read them.

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ChatGPT Work is much more useful, if I let it log into my accounts (like my Mail) to read and write mails for instance. But does OpenAI now have my credentials? They just say to enter them in the browser, but not, if that means, that they will not be able to read them.

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