OpenAI to Allow Adult Content on ChatGPT for Verified Users
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OpenAI to introduce adult content on ChatGPT with strict age checks. IMAGE: UNSPALSH
Policy shift aims to balance creative freedom with user safety
OpenAI has announced a groundbreaking change to its content policy, revealing plans to allow erotic content on ChatGPT for verified adult users. The update, set to roll out in December, represents a significant shift in how the company approaches user content and safety. OpenAI described this move as part of a new strategy to “treat adult users like adults.”
Stricter Age Verification System
According to the company, access to adult content will be strictly limited to users who can confirm they are over 18. While specific details on the verification process are yet to be disclosed, OpenAI has assured the public that additional safeguards will be implemented to prevent minors from accessing explicit material.
Personalized Chatbot Features
In addition to the policy update, OpenAI plans to launch a new version of ChatGPT that gives users the ability to personalize the chatbot’s personality. This will include options for more human-like interactions, expressive emoji use, and even conversation modes designed to mimic casual or friendly tones.
Balancing Freedom with Protection
OpenAI emphasized that the new safety measures are intended to strike a balance between creative expression and user protection. Earlier in September, the company introduced a separate, age-appropriate version of ChatGPT designed specifically for minors, automatically blocking access to sexual or explicit content.
New Age-Prediction Technology
As part of the updated framework, OpenAI is also testing “behavior-based age prediction” technology. This feature aims to detect whether a user is likely to be an adult by analyzing their language patterns and interaction style, adding an extra layer of protection against underage access.
Safety Concerns and Legal Pressure
The shift comes after months of public discussion and legal scrutiny. OpenAI faced intense criticism and regulatory attention following the death of California teenager Adam Raine, whose family alleged that the chatbot gave harmful advice. The tragic incident led to a lawsuit and prompted an inquiry by the Federal Trade Commission into how AI platforms may impact young users.
CEO Responds to Earlier Restrictions
In a post on X, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman admitted that earlier content restrictions had made ChatGPT “less enjoyable” for some users. He added that the new measures are designed to restore creative freedom while ensuring strong protections for min
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