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OpenAI Expands ChatGPT Access for Verified Adults

OpenAI Modifies ChatGPT Content Policies

OpenAI has unveiled plans to adjust its content moderation policies for ChatGPT, permitting verified adult users to generate adult-oriented content beginning December 2025. This strategic shift aligns with the company's philosophy of "treating adults as adults" while implementing robust age verification systems.

Enhanced Personalization Features

The forthcoming update will introduce:

  • Customizable AI assistant personalities
  • More human-like response options
  • Expanded emoji and behavioral customization Image

Age Verification Implementation

While specific technical details remain undisclosed, OpenAI confirmed:

  • Multi-layered age confirmation protocols
  • Behavior-based age prediction algorithms analyzing interaction patterns
  • Dedicated under-18 experience launched September 2025

The company emphasizes these measures will create "a safe and free environment" while preventing minors from accessing inappropriate material.

Regulatory Context and Safety Measures

The policy change follows:

  • FTC investigations into AI's impact on minors
  • A California lawsuit regarding chatbot safety (August 2025)
  • Implementation of mental health safeguards

CEO Sam Altman stated: "Our improved safety tools now allow responsible relaxation of restrictions without compromising protection."

Key Points:

✅ December rollout for adult content generation by verified users
🛡️ Comprehensive age gates combining verification and behavioral analysis
⚖️ Policy adjustment responds to regulatory scrutiny while addressing user demands

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