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Claude / Console API
Verified: 2026-06-22 Changed: 2026-06-23
F52 Pts
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Privacy Grade Breakdown
Scores are calculated based on default weights. Visit the Methodology page for the formulas.
Default Training
F0/100
Opt-Out Ease
F40/100
Data Retention
B-80/100
Deletion Rights
A+100/100
Third-Party Sharing
B85/100
Human Review
B-80/100

Policy Details & Nuances

Default Model Training
Yes

Consumer chats on Claude Free and Pro are used for model training by default. Console API and Enterprise plans are excluded from training.

Opt-Out Mechanism
Yes

Go to Claude Settings > Data Privacy Controls and toggle off 'Help improve Claude'. You can also request opt-out through the Privacy Center.

Data Retention & Deletion

Retention Period

If training is disabled, data is kept for 30 days. If enabled, de-identified data may be retained up to 5 years for research and model development.

Deletion on Request

Yes

You can delete chats from the active UI. Account deletion requests are typically completed within 30 days.

Third-Party Data Sharing

Shared with hosting providers (AWS, Google Cloud) and service providers under strict data privacy agreements. No sharing with advertisers.

Human Review of Chats
Yes

Safety reviews happen when conversations are flagged for abuse or terms of service violations. Human reviews are minimized for opted-out users.

Context & Variations

Regional Variations

GDPR baseline applies for EU/UK users. Anthropic has designated EU and UK representatives for data protection inquiries.

Children's Data Policy

Requires users to be at least 13 years old. Users under 18 need permission from a parent or guardian.

Enterprise vs. Consumer
Yes

Console API and Claude Enterprise accounts do not train on your data by default. They offer custom retention options and HIPAA/SOC 2 compliance.