Focus on Teen Well-being
OpenAI introduces a stricter version of ChatGPT for users under 18.
The company prioritizes teen safety over privacy and unrestricted freedom.
Recognizes that AI is already central to young people’s wallet PLATFORM' target='_blank' title='digital-Latest Updates, Photos, Videos are a click away, CLICK NOW'>digital lives.
Aim: set clearer boundaries to guide safe use for teens.
ChatGPT’s Age Prediction System
New age-prediction technology identifies whether a user is under 18.
If uncertain, the system defaults to the under-18 version.
The stricter version blocks graphic sexual content and harmful material.
In rare cases of serious distress, law enforcement may be involved.
Adults can verify their age for unrestricted access.
The goal: a safer wallet PLATFORM' target='_blank' title='digital-Latest Updates, Photos, Videos are a click away, CLICK NOW'>digital environment for teens and more transparency for parents.
The system will improve over time through feedback from families and educators.
Parental Controls
By the end of the month, OpenAI will add parental controls for teens 13+.
Parents can:
Link accounts to monitor usage.
Disable memory to limit data storage.
Restrict late-night use for healthier habits.
Receive alerts if ChatGPT detects signs of emotional distress.
If parents are unreachable, law enforcement may be contacted.
Parents can also customize ChatGPT’s responses to align with family values.
Collaboration and Long-Term Plans
Features developed with input from experts, policymakers, and advocacy groups.
Designed to balance protection with usefulness for teens.
OpenAI emphasizes that this is just the first step in a long-term plan.
Future updates will continue to refine tools for safer AI experiences worldwide.
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