In an effort to provide verified users with more expressive and unrestricted AI interactions, OpenAI has stated that it would launch a new “adult mode” function for ChatGPT users in early 2026.
Age verification has started to roll out in certain nations, according to OpenAI Applications CEO Fidji OpenAI Applications CEO Fidji Simo announces, who discussed the rollout during a technology program on TBPN. In order to accurately identify adult users, OpenAI is taking its time, and this verification procedure will unlock the adult mode.
According to her, this new product would adhere to the company’s tenet of “treating adult consumers like adults.”
This statement coincides with the release of OpenAI’s most recent model, GPT-5.2, as the business looks to improve the capabilities and customization features of its chatbot in the face of increased competition from Google’s Gemini 3, which has garnered positive reviews.
Will there be advertisements on ChatGPT soon?
In response to a question about whether ChatGPT will begin displaying ads on its platform, Simo said that it may happen in the future but did not address any current plans.
“People rely on ChatGPT to support them and provide the best solution for their requirements. During the interview, she said, “Nothing we do can risk it.”
“If we at some time decide to move towards commercials, we will do it in a manner that is incredibly respectful with the particular connection that people have with ChatGPT,” the statement said.
Simo further emphasized that ChatGPT’s goal is to create Large Language Models (LLMs) that are unaffected by individuals “gaming the system” or businesses ready to pay for such exposure, guaranteeing that suggestions are based only on what is “best” for the users.
What is the “adult mode” of ChatGPT?
Before ChatGPT’s “adult mode” function goes live, the business wants to make sure that children can not access mature material. The age verification procedure has been implemented in order to do that.
Reports suggest that the change may allow adult users more conversational flexibility while preserving security measures to keep younger users from accessing it, even if specifics regarding the function are still few.
However, the age-verification system, which is now being tested in a few areas, is intended to identify users who are younger than 18 and implement more stringent safety filters. This will guarantee regulatory compliance and enable the platform to provide consumers age-appropriate material.
Due to platform standards and regulatory requirements, mature material is often “blocked” or limited for minors on a number of websites, including YouTube and TikTok. This attempts to shield children from dangerous content.
