ChatGPT will start estimating users' ages to protect minors, activating safety measures if it identifies users under 18 years old.

OpenAI has announced that ChatGPT will implement a system for estimating users' ages to provide a safer online experience for teenagers. This system will analyze information such as account age, login hours, and the types of questions asked to determine if the user is under 18 years old. If a user is identified as a minor, additional protective measures will be activated, including restrictions on graphic, violent, or self-harm-related content. A

penAI emphasizes that this approach is based on expertise and academic literature. Minor accounts will still be able to use the application for education and creativity. This update comes in the context of legal pressures on technology companies regarding the protection of minors, and incorrectly identified users will be able to verify their age through selfies or identification documents.