ChatGPT has been updated with a new ‘Memory’ feature exclusively
for ChatGPT Plus subscribers, that can permanently store details about users,
such as their personal information, queries, prompts, and other customizations.
The feature was first rolled out to a limited number of people in February of
2024.
The Memory feature functions in two ways: one by being asked by the user to remember specific information, and the other by self-learning from conversations, which is akin to how algorithmic systems work in apps. Once ChatGPT saves the information, it can make conversations with users more customizable without needing any reminders.
OpenAI has also clarified that users will be able to control what information they want ChatGPT to remember. The AI assistant will keep notifying users about updates to its Memory, so they will be able to view all the details that ChatGPT retains, and even remove any unwanted details whenever they want.
The feature allows ChatGPT to make more personalized conversations
with users in real time. The only regions where it is not yet available are
Korea and Europe; and OpenAI has given no explanation as to why this is the
case. Memory will begin rolling out to paying users of ChatGPT, but there is no
information regarding the date.
