# ChatGPT Introduces Age Prediction to Protect Teen Users

OpenAI announced that ChatGPT is rolling out a new age prediction feature designed to estimate whether users are under or over 18 years old.

The AI company shared the update on social media, explaining that the system will automatically assess user age and apply appropriate safeguards for teenage accounts. OpenAI emphasized that the accuracy of these predictions will improve over time as the system learns and adapts.

This development addresses growing concerns about AI safety for minors. By identifying younger users, ChatGPT can implement age-appropriate content filters and usage restrictions without requiring explicit age verification during signup.

The move reflects broader industry pressure to protect children online. Tech companies face increasing scrutiny from regulators and parents about how AI tools interact with underage users. Age prediction offers a middle ground between unrestricted access and mandatory identity verification, which raises privacy concerns.

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