ToolsThe story, in brief
Custom instructions for ChatGPT
ChatGPT just got persistent memory. Set it once, applies to every conversation.
The KeyNews take
Why it matters
OpenAI shipped a product feature that increases user stickiness by reducing setup friction—stateful AI experiences are becoming table stakes for consumer AI products.
The key facts
5 to knowCustom instructions feature rollout to ChatGPT
Persistent user preferences across conversations
Published July 20, 2023
Reduces per-conversation setup overhead
Increases product lock-in through personalization
Go to the source
OpenAI Blogopenai.com
Publisher excerpt: We’re rolling out custom instructions to give you more control over how ChatGPT responds. Set your preferences, and ChatGPT will keep them in mind for all future conversations.