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May 7, 2026
ChatGPT’s ‘Trusted Contact’ will alert loved ones of safety concerns
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TL;DR
- OpenAI launches 'Trusted Contact,' an optional safety feature for ChatGPT.
- Adult users can designate a Trusted Contact (friend, family, caregiver) for mental health and safety concerns.
- Notifications are sent if the chatbot detects discussions about self-harm or suicide.
- The feature is opt-in, requires consent from the Trusted Contact, and does not share chat transcripts.
- This builds on previous safety features, including parental controls and a similar Meta feature on Instagram.