UMass Amherst provides two generative AI (genAI) products for faculty, staff, and students.
Reference the Data Categorization Levels webpage for more information about appropriate data use within each genAI product. The data categorization listed for each product refers to the maximum categorization of data recommended for each product.
| Tool | Description | Data Categorization Level | Availability | Commercial Data Security & Privacy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UMass GenAI Platform | A secure and intuitive AI platform at UMass Amherst... | Level 3 | Available to UMass Amherst students, faculty, and staff | Yes |
| Microsoft Copilot | Copilot Chat is an AI chatbot; log in with your UMass NetID. | Level 3 | Available to UMass Amherst students, faculty, and staff | Yes, when logged in. |
| Free versions of ChatGPT, Copilot, and other services available online | ⚠️ Not to be used with non-public university data level 1 and above | Level 1 | N/A | No |