OpenAI is testing a feature to watermark images created in GPT-4o. While the feature is still in testing stages, evidence of its existence has already been found in the code of the Android app. This could mean that free users will receive images with a logo, unlike premium users.
AI researcher Tibor Blaho found a reference to the function “image-gen-watermark-for-free” in the code, which directly indicates a limitation for free users of ChatGPT. Users with a ChatGPT Plus subscription will likely be able to upload images without watermarks.
In addition, Blaho revealed several other tools that the company is working on:
OpenAI has also expanded its Student Plus referral program, adding students from Australia and Colombia. For the US and Canada, ChatGPT Plus for students remains free until the end of May.
It is important to note the changes to the terms of use that give OpenAI the right to reproduce, modify and publish images and videos uploaded by users to the platform, including the Sora explore page.
Since the launch of its own Image Generator in GPT-4o, OpenAI has been actively implementing new features, expanding the creative possibilities of users. However, this raises concerns about:
– protection of created content,
– transparency of authorship,
– new restrictions for free users.
The company has already received comments from media lawyers about the limits of permissible use of AI-generated images, especially in commercial and educational contexts.
The introduction of watermarks could be the next step towards monetizing visual content created with GPT-4o. This is a reminder that the terms of use of OpenAI’s services are changing, and users need to be vigilant for updates.
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