ChatGPT Search: Google Killer or Censorship Upgrade?

OpenAI officially launched ChatGPT Search on September 1st, 2025 – an AI-based search engine that directly challenges Google. But while the tech world speaks of “revolutionary search,” a critical question arises: Will ChatGPT Search democratize information or establish the most subtle form of censorship we’ve ever seen?

By Alexander Renz • Last Update: June 2025

1. The Filter Mechanisms: How ChatGPT Decides What’s “Safe”

ChatGPT uses a multi-layered filtering system to moderate content:

a) Pre-built Blacklists

• Blocked terms: Words like “bomb,” “hacking,” or certain political keywords immediately trigger filters.
• Domain blocks: Links to sites classified as “unreliable” (e.g., some alternative media) are removed.

b) Context Analysis

• Sentiment detection: Negative tones like “scandal” or “cover-up” increase filtering probability.
• Conspiracy markers: Phrases like “Person X intentionally deceived Group Y” are often filtered out.

c) User Feedback Loop

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