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Private doesn't mean invisible - What enterprise AI chats really mean

 Many companies use AI tools such as ChatGPT Enterprise and Microsoft Copilot to raise efficiency and reduce repetitive tasks. However, it is essential to clarify the meaning of the “private” label. In an enterprise setting, “private” typically refers to daily sharing restrictions rather than absolute confidentiality. Organizations may still access these chats for governance, security, or legal reasons. ChatGPT Enterprise OpenAI states that, by default, ChatGPT Enterprise does not use business data (inputs and outputs) to train its models. Customers retain ownership and control over their data, including retention settings. OpenAI also maintains compliance with requirements such as GDPR through contractual agreements, such as a Data Processing Addendum (DPA). Within an enterprise workspace, “private chat” generally means chats are not shared with colleagues, but it does not guarantee that administrators cannot access them. Enterprise plans may use compliance tools such as the Compl...