OpenAI has updated its ChatGPT usage policy, prohibiting the use of the AI system to provide medical, legal, or any other advice that requires professional licensing. The changes are detailed in the company’s official Usage Policies.
Under the new rules, users are forbidden from using ChatGPT for:
- consultations that require professional certification (including medical or legal advice);
- facial or personal recognition without a person’s consent;
- making critical decisions in areas such as finance, education, housing, migration, or employment without human oversight;
- academic misconduct or manipulation of evaluation results.
OpenAI states that the updated policy aims to enhance user safety and prevent potential harm that could result from using the system beyond its intended capabilities.
Earlier, the company announced it was developing new features to improve the model’s responses on “sensitive topics” — such as stress, psychological well-being, and ethical dilemmas.
“We strive to ensure that ChatGPT remains a helpful, safe, and responsible tool for all users,” OpenAI said in a statement.