Introducing ChatGPT for Teens: Built for Learning, Backed by Protections
OpenAI, Tuesday, August 18th, 2026
OpenAI launches ChatGPT for Teens with stronger built-in protections, healthy-use features and parental controls.
OpenAI introduced ChatGPT for Teens, an experience designed to help teenagers learn, think critically, deepen understanding and use AI with confidence. It provides stronger built-in protections than the standard product.
Healthy-use features are included to shape how much and how teens engage with the assistant. Additional controls are available for parents.
OpenAI positions it as purpose-built for the age group rather than the general product with restrictions applied.