The macOS version of ChatGPT now includes a feature called Computer History that records user clicks and keystrokes to build a personal timeline. This data trains the model to suggest automations and resume unfinished tasks based on observed behaviour. OpenAI states the function is opt-in, allowing users to exclude specific applications or websites and delete individual entries. Ari Weinstein, a product manager at the company, confirmed that the system automatically ignores content viewed in private or incognito browser tabs.
The practical impact lies in how deeply the AI integrates with daily workflows by learning specific user habits rather than relying solely on generic prompts. This approach shifts the interaction model from asking questions to anticipating needs based on actual digital footprints. The feature raises questions about data retention and the extent of monitoring within a trusted environment.
- Users must manually enable the feature within app settings
- Excluded apps and private browsing sessions are not recorded
- Entries can be removed individually to control the training dataset
