github copilot cli optout

[hyuraku]

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Does the GitHub Copilot CLI actually train on user input? I couldn't find any mention of opt-out options, which raised my concerns.

[ErnerdXD]

GitHub Copilot CLI doesn't train on your data by default if you're using Business/Enterprise plans. If for Individual users, there is an opt-out option, try go to Settings → GitHub Copilot and disable "Allow GitHub to use my data for AI model training".
Your prompts are discarded after suggestions are returned, so they're not stored long-term. Just check that setting to be safe

[ashmeet07]

Yes, the GitHub Copilot CLI does not train on your user input by default under the current policies, but the general Copilot opt-out setting applies to the CLI as well.

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Data Use and Training Policy

The key distinction lies in your subscription plan:

1. Business and Enterprise Plans (Default: No Training)

If you're using a GitHub Copilot Business or Enterprise subscription, user prompts and suggestions are not used to train the underlying AI models by default. Your data is kept private.

2. Individual Plan (Opt-out is Required)

If you use the GitHub Copilot Individual plan, your code snippets and prompts may be used for training purposes unless you explicitly opt out. This opt-out setting covers all Copilot interfaces, including the CLI, the VS Code extension, and Copilot Chat.

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How to Opt Out (If on Individual Plan)

The setting to disable data collection for model training is managed through your main GitHub account settings and applies to the CLI:

1. Go to your GitHub Settings.
2. In the left sidebar, navigate to Copilot.
3. Look for the setting: "Allow GitHub to use my code snippets for product improvements and new models."
4. Disable (uncheck) this box.

Once disabled, this preference covers your usage of all Copilot features, including the CLI, ensuring your interactions are not used for model training.