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ChatGPT’s Computer History tracks your clicks and keystrokes

OpenAI's ChatGPT can now track and store your Mac activity, raising privacy concerns.

By · Published August 19, 2026  02:51 UTC · Updated August 20, 2026  22:27 UTC

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🇬🇧 English Aug 17, 02:24 UTC
🇫🇷 French Aug 17, 20:08 UTC · Les Echos

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  • Velocity & Diffusion: Coverage exploded across 5 distinct news outlets with 5 published articles, achieving a live velocity of 3.
  • Primary Driver: OpenAI's ChatGPT can now track and store your Mac activity, raising privacy concerns.
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A new feature in ChatGPT, Computer History, logs users' keystrokes and clicks on Mac devices. The feature was introduced to enhance ChatGPT's ability to assist users by providing context based on their recent activity. The Verge, Digital Trends, CNET, The Next Web and Cult of Mac all covered the news.

The feature has sparked privacy concerns, as it stores this information in plain text. The Next Web notes that this data is stored in plain text, which could potentially be accessed by unauthorized parties. The feature is currently available to all ChatGPT users on Mac devices.

Users can opt out of the feature by adjusting their settings. OpenAI has not yet responded to requests for comment on the privacy implications of this feature.

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What is ChatGPT’s Computer History feature?

Computer History is a new feature in ChatGPT that logs users' keystrokes and clicks on Mac devices.

How does Computer History enhance ChatGPT’s functionality?

The feature provides context based on users' recent activity, allowing ChatGPT to offer more personalized assistance.

Can users opt out of the Computer History feature?

Yes, users can opt out of the feature by adjusting their settings.

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