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VPN for ChatGPT: Use ChatGPT safely
Find out about ChatGPT security risks and learn how a VPN can improve your online experience.
How to use NordVPN with ChatGPT
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Connect to a VPN server
Log in and press “Quick connect” to find the best VPN server for you.
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Chat safely
Use ChatGPT with improved privacy and security.
Is ChatGPT safe to use?
In theory, ChatGPT is safe for anyone to use. This artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot will not install any malware or run any malicious scripts just because you ask it the wrong question. OpenAI (ChatGPT’s developer) also claims that it can only use your data in accordance with its strict privacy policy — and it only asks for your email address to register an account.
In practice, however, there are certain security risks that ChatGPT users should be aware of.
Known ChatGPT security risks
Have a look at the most common security risks associated with ChatGPT.
No system is impregnable — and especially not one as popular as ChatGPT. A data breach in March 2023 allowed attackers to see the chat history of active users, exposing potentially sensitive information fed into the system.
Your connection to ChatGPT is encrypted. Your DNS queries typically are not. This means others, including your internet service provider (ISP), can see you trying to access the ChatGPT website, which may raise questions for some network administrators.
When you connect to ChatGPT, you reveal your IP address and virtual location to the platform — highly sensitive information that you might not want to share with anyone for privacy reasons.
ChatGPT is designed to sound convincing and authoritative — even if it knows very little about the subject. If you don’t double-check its answers, you could let embarrassing errors (or even outright fake news) creep into your work.
The internet is full of malicious apps, websites, and browser extensions that pose as ChatGPT, ready to trick the unwary. In reality, these fake tools can load up your device with malware the first chance they get. The only way to access ChatGPT is through its official website.
Why do I need a VPN for ChatGPT?
A VPN (virtual private network) improves your privacy and security online. Here’s how NordVPN can make using ChatGPT safer.
Keeps your virtual location private
Your IP address is highly sensitive information — and it should be completely irrelevant to your ChatGPT queries. Use NordVPN to shield your virtual location from ChatGPT or other web services.
Protects your traffic on any network
Your connection to ChatGPT may be encrypted, but the rest of your online traffic may not be. Without a VPN, working or browsing at public Wi-Fi hotspots or other unsafe locations may lead to your device being compromised.
Obscures the fact you’re using ChatGPT
Your ISP, your network administrator, and even hackers lurking on the same network can see you connecting to ChatGPT. By encrypting your online traffic, a VPN shields your activities from prying eyes.
Making ChatGPT even safer to use
Beyond using a VPN, there are several simple precautions you can take to mitigate ChatGPT security risks.
Always use the official version
There is only one way to access ChatGPT legitimately, and that’s through OpenAI’s official website. Don’t fall for fake websites, apps, or browser extensions claiming to have ChatGPT functionality unless you want your device to be infected with malware.
Don’t share personal data
ChatGPT doesn’t need to know your personal details to work. Any information you enter in the chat can be seen by OpenAI researchers — or hackers in the wake of data leaks, just like in March 2023.
Always check ChatGPT’s answers
ChatGPT may sound convincing, but that doesn’t mean it’s telling the truth. Avoid fake news by asking ChatGPT to provide sources for its answers and double-checking the generated text against information available on reputable websites.
Why is NordVPN the best VPN for ChatGPT?
| Number of VPN servers: | 7,500+ |
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| Number of virtual locations: | 118 |
| Protocols: | NordLynx, IKEv2/IPSec, OpenVPN |
| Data privacy: | No logs of your activities |
| Devices per account: | 10 |
| Support: | 24/7 live chat, email, support center |
| Money-back guarantee: | 30 days |
| IP addresses: | Shared and dedicated |
| Advanced features: | Meshnet, Threat Protection Pro, Kill Switch, Dark Web Monitor, obfuscated servers, split tunneling |
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