OpenAI Launches ChatGPT for Teens with Enhanced Safety and Study Features
kimmonismus · x · 2026-08-18
- Tailored Experience: OpenAI introduces a specialized ChatGPT version for users aged 13-17, designed to reduce personification and avoid romantic language or terms of endearment.
- Study Tools: Features a Study Mode optimized for homework help, detecting shortcuts and providing responsible guidance; parents can schedule dedicated Study Hours.
- Safety Guardrails: Automatically enforces stronger safeguards using age prediction; clarifies the AI lacks emotions, encourages offline relationships, and issues frequent break reminders.
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