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Creating a Safer, Smarter AI Future—Together
OpenAI is stepping up its commitment to safe and responsible AI use with a new initiative that may soon require organizations to complete ID verification to access upcoming advanced models via its API.
Announced quietly through an update to its support page last week, this move signals a proactive shift in how OpenAI plans to manage access to its most powerful technologies. The initiative, called Verified Organization, introduces a straightforward identity check as a new gateway for unlocking advanced capabilities on the platform.
Under this process, organizations will need to verify themselves using a government-issued ID from countries currently supported by OpenAI’s API. One ID can only be used to verify a single organization every 90 days, and verification eligibility isn’t guaranteed for all applicants.
“At OpenAI, we’re deeply focused on building AI that benefits everyone—but also on making sure it’s used responsibly,” the company shared. “While most developers build amazing things with our tools, a small number violate our usage policies. Verification helps us reduce this risk without limiting innovation.”
OpenAI released a new Verified Organization status as a new way for developers to unlock access to the most advanced models and capabilities on the platform, and to be ready for the "next exciting model release"
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— Tibor Blaho (@btibor91) April 12, 2025
This added layer of security is designed to curb misuse and strengthen the integrity of the API as future models become more capable and powerful. It also aligns with OpenAI’s broader mission to build safe AI systems that serve the public good.
While the update may also help combat intellectual property theft—especially in light of past incidents involving potential data scraping through APIs—it’s clear that the company is drawing a firmer line on responsible access. OpenAI previously blocked API access in China following concerns around misuse, and recent reports hint at investigations into unauthorized data use by foreign groups.
By rolling out Verified Organization, OpenAI is taking another step forward in balancing accessibility with accountability. It’s a move designed not to create barriers, but to protect the future of AI innovation.
For developers and organizations building on OpenAI’s platform, the message is simple: exciting tools are on the horizon—but safety and trust come first.
