Currently, all interactions with ChatGPT, whether initiated directly through the app or via Siri, are saved uniformly in the chat history. This approach doesn’t accommodate users who prefer to keep their Siri-initiated queries private or separate from their main chat records.
Proposed Solution:
Introduce a feature that allows users to manage history settings based on the source of interaction. Specifically, provide an option to disable history saving for Siri-initiated interactions while maintaining history for direct app usage. This could be achieved by:
Settings Toggle: Adding a toggle in the ChatGPT app settings to enable or disable history saving for Siri-initiated interactions.
Siri Command: Allowing users to instruct Siri to enter a “private mode” for specific queries, ensuring those interactions aren’t saved.
Use Case:
Consider a user who frequently uses the ChatGPT app for detailed research and prefers to keep a record of these sessions. The same user might also use Siri for quick, on-the-go queries that are more personal in nature. With the proposed feature, the user can ensure that only their in-depth research sessions are saved in the chat history, while casual or sensitive Siri-initiated queries remain private.
Benefits:
Enhanced Privacy: Users gain control over which interactions are saved, protecting sensitive information accessed via Siri.
Improved User Experience: By separating different types of interactions, users can maintain an organized and relevant chat history.
Increased Adoption: Offering customizable privacy settings can make the ChatGPT app more appealing to a broader audience concerned about data security.
Implementing this feature would demonstrate a commitment to user privacy and flexibility, aligning with best practices in user-centric app development.