Ted Hisokawa
Nov 25, 2025 07:52
OpenAI expands data residency options for ChatGPT Enterprise, ChatGPT Edu, and API Platform, allowing customers to store data locally in various global regions, enhancing compliance with local regulations.
OpenAI has announced a significant expansion in its data residency offerings for ChatGPT Enterprise, ChatGPT Edu, and its API Platform. This move is designed to enable business customers worldwide to store their data locally, thus aligning with regional regulatory and data protection standards, according to OpenAI.
Global Reach of Data Residency
The data residency feature is now available in key markets such as Europe, the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, India, Australia, and the United Arab Emirates. OpenAI plans to extend this service to additional regions over time, enhancing the flexibility for businesses to meet local compliance requirements.
Specifics for ChatGPT and API Users
Eligible customers using ChatGPT Enterprise and Edu can set up new workspaces with data residency, ensuring that their content, including conversations and custom GPTs, is stored at rest within the chosen region. For API Platform users, those with approved advanced data controls can select regional data residency by creating a new project within the API Platform dashboard. This ensures that requests are managed in-region, with no storage of requests and responses on OpenAI’s servers.
Commitment to Privacy and Security
OpenAI underscores its commitment to privacy and security through the implementation of advanced encryption techniques, such as AES-256 for data at rest and TLS 1.2+ for data in transit. Additionally, OpenAI does not train its models using data from ChatGPT business plans or the API unless explicitly opted in by the customer. These measures support compliance with global standards like GDPR, CCPA, and ISO certifications.
OpenAI’s comprehensive Data Processing Addendum (DPA) further clarifies roles and responsibilities under GDPR and other privacy regulations, assisting organizations in meeting their compliance obligations. With data residency, business customers gain enhanced control over their data, ensuring it remains confidential and secure.
For more details on eligibility and supported data, interested parties are encouraged to visit OpenAI’s Help Center or contact their team to discuss enabling data residency for their organizations.
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