OpenAI is introducing age prediction features in ChatGPT to better protect teens online. The goal is to identify users under 18 and apply appropriate safeguards, enhancing the experience for younger users while ensuring adults can use the platform as they wish. This approach aligns with their Teen Safety Blueprint and focuses on expanding opportunities for young people while prioritizing their well-being. The age prediction system is based on research into child development, emphasizing differences in risk perception and impulse control among teens. When there's uncertainty about a user's age, the platform defaults to a safer experience. Parents can further customize their child’s experience with parental controls, allowing them to set usage restrictions and receive alerts for concerning behavior. As the rollout progresses, OpenAI aims to refine the accuracy of age prediction. The implementation will soon expand to the EU, adhering to regional regulations. OpenAI plans to maintain ongoing dialogues with organizations like the American Psychological Association to improve safety measures continuously.