ChatGPT’s new system attempts to estimate a user’s age based on their writing style. If the system “believes” you are under 18, it automatically restricts access to certain “sensitive” topics. The only way to remove this limitation and prove that you are indeed an adult is to upload a photo of your ID and submit a selfie.
People on social media platforms such as Reddit and X are unhappy with the situation. For example, a user over 30 years old said the system mistakenly classified him as a “child” and demanded documents, calling it “unacceptable” from a privacy perspective. Although OpenAI has not yet issued an official statement, information on the company’s website confirms that this system was introduced to protect children from harmful content.
