Field guide

OpenAI Dots Permissions & Approval Controls

Permissions exist at several layers: the dot’s instructions, ChatGPT controls, connected-app grants, and each external service.

Official sourcesSources checked 2026-10-01

Choose minimum access

Connect only the apps and accounts needed for the task. Review what each connection permits before enabling ongoing work.

Set confirmation rules

OpenAI documents custom rules and confirmations for some actions involving sharing, purchases, or access. The exact available controls depend on the action and account.

Keep human review for high-impact writes

For issue triage and release-note workflows, AI Dots Blueprints ask for review before editing repository state or publishing. These words are not a technical access control; configure platform and GitHub permissions separately.

Unknowns

AI Dots has not verified which GitHub operations a dot can perform in every account or workspace. Treat the connected app’s live permission screen as authoritative for your setup.

Sources and status

Official vendor documentation checked 2026-10-01. Product capabilities have not been independently tested by AI Dots.