Does a VPN protect your privacy when using ChatGPT or Claude? What network encryption can and can’t hide from AI

A VPN hides IP addresses and encrypts traffic during transit. AI companies still decrypt, read, and store prompts once data reaches their servers. Security teams and users must manage platform settings or use local models to stop data retention.

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