codex - 💡(How to fix) Fix Add Delete option for Codex desktop threads and archived threads

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This matters because Codex threads can contain sensitive local context, including code, file paths, command output, logs, diffs, project names, and sometimes personal notes. Users should not have to manually inspect internal folders or guess which local session files are safe to remove.

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What variant of Codex are you using?

Codex desktop app on Windows

What feature would you like to see?

I would like Codex desktop to add a real Delete option for threads, including archived threads.

Archive is useful for hiding old threads, but it is not the same as deletion. ChatGPT already has a clearer Archive vs Delete workflow, and Codex should provide the same level of control.

This matters because Codex threads can contain sensitive local context, including code, file paths, command output, logs, diffs, project names, and sometimes personal notes. Users should not have to manually inspect internal folders or guess which local session files are safe to remove.

Suggested improvements:

  • Delete current thread
  • Delete archived thread
  • Delete all archived threads
  • Show what local/session data will be deleted before confirmation
  • Provide a way to open or clear local session storage from the UI

I am a loyal OpenAI/Codex user and I really want this product to keep getting better. Thank you for considering this.

Additional information

Related existing request: #13018 I am adding a Windows desktop user perspective.

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