OpenAI Adds Locked Chats Feature with PIN and Biometric Security to ChatGPT
OpenAI has introduced a Locked Chats feature in ChatGPT, allowing users to secure private conversations with a four-digit PIN or biometric authentication like Face ID and Touch ID. Locked chats move to a separate section, hidden from regular history, pinned chats, and search results, and have their own memory space if the Memory feature is enabled. Unlike temporary chats, locked chats are saved and accessible anytime. However, this feature does not provide end-to-end encryption or alter data retention policies.
First-hand measurement across 4 sources
We measured how 4 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (52/100). Lens Score 35/100.
Outlets measured: timesnow, mint, indiatoday, firstpost. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–55/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
firstpost broke this story on 20 Oct, 07:24 pm. Other outlets followed.