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OpenAI is deploying an age prediction model to determine if ChatGPT users are under 18, enabling age-appropriate content filtering. The system analyzes behavioral signals like account age, usage patterns, and activity times to infer user age with claimed 97% accuracy. Users incorrectly flagged as minors can verify their age through third-party service Persona using selfies or government IDs. This initiative addresses safety concerns following chatbot-related suicides and litigation, while also preparing for planned advertising and adult content features. Privacy advocates criticize the approach, noting the model isn't obligated to be correct and false predictions force users to share private information with third parties.

OpenAI will try to guess your age before ChatGPT gets spicy