OpenAI announced the launch of Advanced Account Security features for ChatGPT users, designed to protect accounts that may be at higher risk of targeted attacks. The new security initiative includes an optional enhanced protection system for users concerned about potential phishing attempts or other security threats.

The company has partnered with security key provider Yubico to offer hardware-based authentication options as part of the advanced security package. The new protections are being rolled out as opt-in features, allowing users to choose whether to enable the additional security measures for their ChatGPT and Codex accounts.

The Advanced Account Security system specifically targets users who believe their accounts could be potential targets of sophisticated attacks. OpenAI has not disclosed the specific technical details of all security enhancements included in the new system, but the partnership with Yubico suggests hardware security keys will play a central role in the authentication process.

The security upgrade represents OpenAI's response to growing concerns about account safety as ChatGPT and other AI services gain wider adoption across enterprise and individual users. The optional nature of the enhanced security features allows users to balance convenience with protection based on their individual risk profiles.