ChatGPT is getting an "adult mode" soon

Technology Dec 12, 2025

OpenAI said that ChatGPT will have an "adult mode" by early 2026.
This new feature, shared by Fidji Simo (OpenAI's CEO of Applications) during the GPT-5.2 briefing, will allow access to adult content—but only if they're over 18.
The rollout depends on OpenAI finishing a smart age-prediction system to keep things safe for younger users.

Why this matters and what's next

The age-prediction tech is being tested in several countries to make sure it can reliably tell adults from minors, so content filters work as intended.
OpenAI says this move answers user demand for more open conversations, while still keeping safety and responsibility front and center—especially with new rules pushing online platforms to verify ages more carefully.