Question 1

Does Databricks train on API and business data?

Accepted Answer

No, not for shared models. "Databricks does not use data, prompts, or responses submitted to or output from these features to train generative foundation models that Databricks makes available for use by third parties"

Question 2

Does Databricks train on consumer app data?

Accepted Answer

Free Edition can train AI. "This license allows us to do things such as operate and improve the Free Edition Services and other services, develop new technologies and services, train and improve AI models"

Question 3

Databricks: how long are API inputs kept?

Accepted Answer

Model partners keep nothing. "Our model partners do not retain data you submit through these features, even for abuse monitoring"

Question 4

Databricks: is zero data retention available?

Accepted Answer

Yes, partner models use ZDR. "Our partner-powered AI assistive features use zero data retention endpoints from our model partners"

Question 5

Databricks: is there a public subprocessor list?

Accepted Answer

Published list. "Databricks engages certain subprocessors in connection with providing the Platform Services or Support Services"

Question 6

Databricks: where is data processed and stored?

Accepted Answer

Stays in your region's Geo. "Databricks AI assistive features are designated services that use Databricks Geos to manage data residency when processing customer content"

Databricks data terms: training, retention, opt-out

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