Observed source change · OpenAI
OpenAI usage policies documentation changed
Published documentation; runtime behavior and legal interpretation not established.
Last unchanged check: 2026-10-21T20:55:09Z
First changed check: 2026-10-21T23:00:09Z
Before
Effective: October 29, 2025 We build with safety first. We monitor and enforce policies with privacy safeguards in place and clear review processes. We give developers practical moderation tools(opens in a new window) and guidance so they can support their end users. We publish what our systems can and can’t do, share research and updates, and provide a simple way to report misuse. We update as we learn. People are using our systems in new ways every day, and we update our rules to ensure they are not overly restrictive …
After
Effective: November 20, 2026 Effective: November 20, 2026 | Previous Version We build with safety first. We monitor and enforce policies with privacy safeguards in place and clear review processes. We give developers practical moderation tools(opens in a new window) and guidance so they can support their end users. We publish what our systems can and can’t do, share research and updates, and provide a simple way to report misuse. We update as we learn. People are using our systems in new ways every day, and we update our rules …
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