Wired
How to Use AI With Your Privacy Intact
Tuesday, September 22, 2026
AI chatbots store user conversations on company servers, which can be accessed by employees, sold to third parties, or obtained by law enforcement with a warrant. Users can reduce data collection by using local AI models that run on personal devices, disabling chat history features in chatbot settings, using virtual private networks, and reviewing privacy policies before using a service. Some AI services offer end-to-end encryption or allow users to request deletion of conversation records.
Original reporting: https://www.wired.com/story/how-to-use-ai-with-your-privacy-intact/
