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    The Verge AISaturday, August 29, 2026 3 min read
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    ChatGPT now lets you save your temporary chats

    OpenAI updated ChatGPT on August 27, 2026 to allow users to save temporary chats, which previously could not be retained. Temporary chats remain out of the sidebar by default and do not generate new memories unless the user actively choo…

    Key takeaways
    • 01The update also adds the ability to personalize temporary chats using existing memories, custom instructions, and plugins.
    • 02The changes give users more control over privacy and session management within the same interface.

    OpenAI updated ChatGPT on August 27, 2026 to allow users to save temporary chats, which previously could not be retained. Temporary chats remain out of the sidebar by default and do not generate new memories unless the user actively chooses to save them. The update also adds the ability to personalize temporary chats using existing memories, custom instructions, and plugins. The changes give users more control over privacy and session management within the same interface.

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