OpenAI announced on September 16, 2025 a suite of safety measures designed specifically for users under 18. The new teen experience automatically filters graphic content, sexual material, flirtatious interactions, and discussions around self-harm or suicide. The minimum age to use ChatGPT remains 13, but users under 18 now need parental consent. A behavioral analysis age-prediction system is scheduled for global rollout in mid-2026, with a European Union-specific deployment following shortly after. OpenAI has explicitly stated that these changes prioritize teen safety over total privacy and freedom.
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