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December 20, 2025

Updating our Model Spec with teen protections

Informed by expert guidance, the U18 Principles outline how ChatGPT should support teens with safe, age-appropriate behavior.

Updating our Model Spec with teen protections

TL;DR

  • OpenAI introduced U18 Principles to ensure ChatGPT's safety and age-appropriateness for teens (13-17).
  • The principles focus on prioritizing teen safety, promoting real-world support, treating teens appropriately, and transparency.
  • Enhanced safeguards are in place for sensitive topics like self-harm, explicit content, and dangerous activities.
  • The company is implementing an age prediction model to automatically apply teen safeguards.
  • OpenAI is collaborating with experts, including the American Psychological Association, and offering resources for parents and teens.

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