OpenAI introduces new personalization options for ChatGPT, allowing users to determine how warm, enthusiastic, and expressive the chatbot responds.
After a major update last month where you could change the personality of ChatGPT, you can now also adjust the enthusiasm.
The settings are available in the Personalization menu and allow you to adjust enthusiasm, use of emojis, headings, and lists, among other things. Users can choose between
More control over interaction style
OpenAI added the new settings after mixed reactions from users to previous updates. For example, a previous version of the chatbot was adjusted because it was perceived as excessively flattering. In a later update, the tone was changed again because users described the chatbot as too distant and cold. With the new adjustments, OpenAI wants to give users more control over how ChatGPT communicates.
The changes apply to both free users and paying subscribers and are intended to better tailor the interaction with the chatbot to personal preferences.
Criticism of overly personal tone
The enthusiasm of language models such as ChatGPT has been under fire for some time. Some researchers warn that chatbots that constantly affirm and compliment users can have an addictive effect. According to critics, this can also have a negative impact on the mental well-being of users in the long term.
OpenAI recognizes these concerns and is trying to find a balance between a pleasant conversation experience and more control for the user through these settings.
Since today, the cheaper ChatGPT Go subscription is available from us. With ChatGPT Go, you get access to GPT-5, the same model as with the more expensive Plus subscription. OpenAI recently also offered external developers the opportunity to