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Security and contracts

What to check before considering price

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Key takeaway

These are foundations to establish before comparing prices. Check how input data is handled, business contract terms, and storage locations before deployment.

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Establish the foundations before comparing prices

A useful tool is difficult to trust if you do not understand how it handles your information. For business use in particular, data handling and contract terms are foundations to check before price.

Handling of input data

Check whether submitted information is used for model training and how long it is retained.

Business contract terms

Consumer and business plans can have different conditions. Check the business terms for work-related use.

Storage location and compliance

Check where data is stored and whether this meets your internal policies and applicable laws.

Think of it this way

Security is like the strength of a safe. Even a convenient bank is hard to trust if it is unclear how your valuables are handled. First establish what you entrust, where it goes, and how it is handled.

Frequently asked questions

What should we check for security?

Always check input data handling, including training use and retention periods. For business use, review the business contract terms.

What else should we consider?

Verify that data storage locations meet your policies and applicable legal requirements. This is a foundation to address before price.

Contract and security terms can change. Before deciding, check the provider's latest official terms and, where appropriate, consult your IT and legal teams.

Based on the official pricing pages of OpenAI and Google AI, as of June 2026. Prices, model names, and specifications can change; check current official information before deciding. Estimates use USD 1 = JPY 160 and approximately 1.5 tokens per Japanese character. They are illustrative Japan-market references, not quotations or estimates for English-language text. This series does not recommend any particular service. Contact sales to confirm current product pricing, delivery, warranty, and support for your country.
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