OpenAI: self-reported privacy from an automated decision

The author's ChatGPT account was compromised and deactivated by OpenAI, causing him to lose access to personal data, documents and projects stored in the web app, though the decision was later reversed after his LinkedIn post gained attention.

Date it happened

2026-08-27

Organisation involved

OpenAI

This is a record of what was reported, not a finding that anyone broke the law. If it names your organisation and you believe it is wrong, the corrections process is free and open to everyone.