ChatGPT Temporary Chat Feature Upgrade
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OpenAI is testing an upgrade for ChatGPT's Temporary Chat feature, allowing users to retain personalization while keeping the chat temporary. This update enables users to maintain memory, chat history, style, and tone preferences in temporary chats without influencing their main account. The feature is currently being tested and will be rolled out soon.
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26.01.2026 03:01 1 articles · 23h ago
ChatGPT Temporary Chat Feature Upgrade
OpenAI is testing an upgrade for ChatGPT's Temporary Chat feature, allowing users to retain personalization while keeping the chat temporary. This update enables users to maintain memory, chat history, style, and tone preferences in temporary chats without influencing their main account. The feature is currently being tested and will be rolled out soon.
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- ChatGPT Temporary chat feature is getting a much-needed upgrade — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 26.01.2026 03:01
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Temporary Chat in ChatGPT starts with a fresh slate, not using or referencing past conversations or saved memories.
First reported: 26.01.2026 03:011 source, 1 articleShow sources
- ChatGPT Temporary chat feature is getting a much-needed upgrade — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 26.01.2026 03:01
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Temporary Chats do not show up in chat history and are not used to improve the models.
First reported: 26.01.2026 03:011 source, 1 articleShow sources
- ChatGPT Temporary chat feature is getting a much-needed upgrade — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 26.01.2026 03:01
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The new update allows Temporary Chat to retain personalization, including memory, chat history, style, and tone preferences.
First reported: 26.01.2026 03:011 source, 1 articleShow sources
- ChatGPT Temporary chat feature is getting a much-needed upgrade — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 26.01.2026 03:01
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OpenAI may keep a copy of the Temporary Chat for up to 30 days for safety reasons.
First reported: 26.01.2026 03:011 source, 1 articleShow sources
- ChatGPT Temporary chat feature is getting a much-needed upgrade — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 26.01.2026 03:01
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Users can start a Temporary Chat by opening a new chat and clicking the 'Temporary' button in the top-right corner.
First reported: 26.01.2026 03:011 source, 1 articleShow sources
- ChatGPT Temporary chat feature is getting a much-needed upgrade — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 26.01.2026 03:01
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OpenAI has also rolled out a ChatGPT Age prediction model to identify a user's age based on chat patterns and conversation behavior.
First reported: 26.01.2026 03:011 source, 1 articleShow sources
- ChatGPT Temporary chat feature is getting a much-needed upgrade — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 26.01.2026 03:01
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Restricted accounts due to age prediction cannot interact on topics like violence, gore, or viral challenges.
First reported: 26.01.2026 03:011 source, 1 articleShow sources
- ChatGPT Temporary chat feature is getting a much-needed upgrade — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 26.01.2026 03:01
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Adult users incorrectly restricted can verify their age to unlock the full GPT experience.
First reported: 26.01.2026 03:011 source, 1 articleShow sources
- ChatGPT Temporary chat feature is getting a much-needed upgrade — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 26.01.2026 03:01