# OpenAI adds chat-locking feature to ChatGPT

OpenAI has added a feature that lets ChatGPT users lock individual conversations, giving them more control over sensitive chats. The change matters for privacy, especially on shared devices, and helps users keep certain AI conversations out of accidental view.

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## Sources

### Technology
- [TechCrunch](https://techcrunch.com/2026/10/20/chatgpt-now-lets-you-lock-your-chats/) — Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:36:53 +0000

### Science
- [OpenAI Blog](https://openai.com/index/uber-chatgpt-work-rollout) — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT