As a multi-format content creator working across digital storytelling, roleplay, character writing, interactive chatbot design, and visual artistry, I’d like to propose a feature that enhances freedom for adult creators while maintaining OpenAI’s safety, ethical standards, and public trust.
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Overview:
Many creators—including writers, game developers, roleplayers, and artists—require expressive freedom to fully realize characters, emotional arcs, and mature worlds.
Currently, platform content filters restrict not only explicit material but also critical human elements like intimacy, emotional vulnerability, mature dialogue, adult relationships, and authentic world-building.
I propose the addition of an optional, verified NSFW Mode — a secure, opt-in feature — allowing adults to safely access and create mature text and visual content without disrupting the default experience for non-NSFW users.
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Suggested Access Requirements:
• Registered OpenAI Account (no guest or anonymous usage)
• Phone Number Verification tied to a real-world SIM card (no VoIP or burner apps)
• One-Time Authentication Code via SMS to confirm active, traceable identity
• Explicit Written Consent Agreement confirming:
• The user is 18 years or older
• The user accepts full legal responsibility for generated or viewed NSFW content
• OpenAI is not liable for user-generated NSFW content within legal boundaries
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Features Under NSFW Mode:
• Unfiltered Mature Text:
Ability to create adult storylines, erotic roleplays, emotionally mature scenes, realistic romantic interactions, kink exploration, and dark-themed worldbuilding — within legal boundaries.
• NSFW Image Generation and Viewing:
Ability to create and view adult-themed artistic imagery, including nudity, sensuality, erotic storytelling, and uncensored character art.
• Optional Blur-Until-Click System:
NSFW images will appear blurred by default and will only reveal upon manual click, allowing users full discretion and privacy.
• Separate NSFW Toggles:
Users can individually control NSFW Text, NSFW Images, or both — allowing full personalization of their experience.
• SFW-to-NSFW Chat Transition Warning:
If a user chooses to switch an existing Safe For Work (SFW) conversation into NSFW, a mandatory confirmation screen will appear:
“You are about to switch this conversation to NSFW Mode. By proceeding, you accept full responsibility for any mature content generated. OpenAI is not liable for content generated under NSFW status.”
• Starting New Chats with NSFW Mode Active:
When NSFW Mode is already enabled, any newly started conversation will automatically allow NSFW content without requiring additional confirmation.
(The new chat will display a subtle NSFW tag.)
• Behavior If NSFW Mode is Turned Off:
• All active NSFW conversations will become locked and hidden.
• NSFW content will not be viewable or accessible until NSFW Mode is manually re-enabled.
• Locked chats will display a message: “This conversation contains NSFW content and is currently hidden. Re-enable NSFW Mode to view.”
• Behavior If NSFW Mode is Turned Back On:
• Previously locked NSFW conversations will immediately become visible and accessible again.
• The NSFW tag and settings will return without needing to manually “reactivate” each chat.
• Behavior If Accessing a SFW Chat While NSFW Mode is ON:
• Safe For Work (SFW) chats will remain SFW by default even while NSFW Mode is active.
• If a user begins entering mature content into a SFW chat, the system will trigger the SFW-to-NSFW Transition Warning, requiring confirmation before switching the chat to NSFW status.
• Mandatory Responsibility Regardless of Reading:
Acceptance of the NSFW Agreement is legally binding upon consent — regardless of whether the user fully reads it. Skipping the agreement does not absolve the user of responsibility.
• Illegal Content Remains Prohibited:
NSFW Mode will continue to block illegal material such as CSAM, bestiality, real-world non-consensual violence, and extreme gore.
• Discreet and Controlled Visibility:
NSFW conversations will display a subtle “NSFW” badge or tag, and users can choose to keep NSFW image results blurred until clicked.
• 12+ Base Platform Rating Maintained:
The main platform remains 12+, as NSFW features are hidden, inaccessible, and invisible to unverified accounts or users who opt out.
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Why This Matters:
• Empowers Diverse Creators:
Writers, developers, roleplayers, and artists regain essential creative tools needed to craft deep, authentic, emotionally mature projects.
• Maintains Robust Safety:
Rigorous real-world verification ensures NSFW access is restricted to verified adults only, protecting underage users and OpenAI’s legal standing.
• Preserves User Choice:
NSFW Mode is entirely optional — users who prefer filtered, family-friendly experiences are unaffected.
• Restores Creative Freedom Respectfully:
Many early users relied on OpenAI’s flexibility to build real-world storytelling projects, character development, mature roleplays, and emotionally powerful narratives.
This feature would respectfully restore that essential functionality.
• Protects OpenAI’s Liability:
Legal responsibility for NSFW content generation remains entirely on the verified adult user, protecting OpenAI from reputational or legal risk.
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Final Thought:
This proposal outlines a responsible, secure, and empowering pathway — balancing the growing needs of OpenAI’s adult creative community with the company’s enduring mission for trust, safety, innovation, and accessibility.
Thank you sincerely for your time and consideration.