ChatGPT Adds Trusted Contact Feature for Adult Users

OpenAI has introduced an optional safety feature for adult users of ChatGPT, allowing them to designate a trusted contact to be notified in the event of a mental health crisis.

According to reporting from heise online, the tool is designed to provide an additional layer of support for adults by enabling them to nominate a specific individual who can be alerted if the system identifies signs of a crisis.

This update expands upon existing safety frameworks within the platform. Previously, the ability to designate a trusted contact for crisis notifications was available only for accounts registered to minors.

The feature remains optional, ensuring that users maintain control over their privacy and the selection of their support network while integrating emergency-focused safeguards into the adult user experience.