Why "no raw prompt storage by default" is a feature, not a limitation
Storing every prompt and response creates a larger data surface than many teams actually need. PalmerAI keeps the durable record focused on decisions, policy outcome, timestamps, and evidence context, so later review stays possible without raw prompt retention by default.
Less data, less risk
Raw prompts often contain sensitive business context. Storing them by default expands the retention surface and increases review scope. Data minimization reduces exposure while keeping accountability intact.
Evidence-first still answers the important questions
Request id, decision, policy reference, timestamps, and approval metadata give reviewers the evidence they need. If a pilot requires more context, that can be defined explicitly in scope rather than stored automatically.
Scope control keeps pilots credible
A pilot works best when the data handling posture is clear. The gateway can be configured to store more context if the use case requires it, but the default posture should stay minimal unless there is a reason to expand it.
Where to go next
If you need clarity on data handling for a real workflow, start with a posture review or a narrow pilot design. That keeps the evidence story aligned with what is actually retained, reviewed, and approved.
Related buyer pages
For a workflow-level explanation, see AI governance for document-heavy workflows and reviewable audit trails for enterprise AI workflows.