Using incognito chats (original) (raw)

What are incognito chats?

Incognito chats are temporary conversations that aren't saved to your chat history or to Claude’s memory. These differ from regular chats in several ways:

How to start an incognito chat

When starting a new chat with Claude outside of a project, you'll see a ghost icon in the upper right corner of your screen:

Important information for Team and Enterprise plans

If you're using incognito chats on a Team or Enterprise plan:

Frequently asked questions

Can Claude access my profile information (custom styles, personal preferences, etc.) in incognito chats?

Yes, Claude can access this information within an incognito chat.

Can I convert an incognito chat to a regular chat?

No, once you start an incognito chat, it cannot be converted to a regular chat or saved to your history.

Can I use incognito mode in projects?

Incognito mode is currently only available for chats outside of projects, so you will not see the ghost icon when starting a chat within a project.

What happens if I accidentally close an incognito chat?

Once closed, incognito chats cannot be reopened. Make sure to save any important information before ending your session.

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