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OpenAI GPT-6 Astra data handling questioned by user

A user on Reddit is inquiring about the data handling practices of OpenAI's GPT-6 Astra, specifically concerning its "Work Local" feature. The user wants to understand if file data is deleted after processing, retained for a period, or stored long-term, and whether the entire file or only necessary parts are sent to the cloud. They are particularly interested in data retention policies, even with training disabled. AI

IMPACT Raises questions about data privacy and security for users of advanced AI tools.

RANK_REASON User inquiry about a potential future product's data handling practices.

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OpenAI GPT-6 Astra data handling questioned by user

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

    Does anyone know how GPT-6 Astra / Work Local actually handles files?

    <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>If I give it access to a folder on my PC, I know it still has to send some data to OpenAI for processing, even though the Work chat itself seems to stay only on that PC.</p> <p>What I’m wondering is: what happens to that file data afterwards? Is …