ChatGPT: New Parental Controls & Teen Safety Features

OpenAI is rolling out new features for ChatGPT aimed at improving safety for teenage users. These updates include expanded parental controls, break reminders, and new educational tools. The company believes preventing teenagers from using AI is not the solution, especially since about 90% of them use ChatGPT weekly for learning and research. ChatGPT will now use age estimation to apply age-appropriate experiences, defaulting to teen safety settings if a user's age is uncertain. This means more restrictions on content like graphic violence and self-harm. Parents can set quiet hours, disable Voice Mode, and control image generation. Notifications may also be sent for sensitive situations, such as potential self-harm risks. New learning features include "Study Mode," which helps students solve problems step-by-step. Ready-made prompts and interactive tools for math and science are also available, currently used by 18 million users weekly. These changes aim to help teenagers benefit from AI while prioritizing learning, creativity, and safety.