Safety
Moderation
Moderation detects and filters harmful or unsafe content.
Quick definition
Moderation detects and filters harmful or unsafe content.
- Category: Safety
- Focus: risk reduction
- Used in: Filtering sensitive or unsafe requests.
What it means
It is often applied to both inputs and outputs. In safety workflows, moderation often shapes risk reduction.
How it works
Safety systems combine policy rules, classifiers, and human feedback to reduce harmful outputs.
Why it matters
Safety concepts reduce harmful outputs and protect users.
Common use cases
- Filtering sensitive or unsafe requests.
- Adding guardrails around tools and actions.
- Redacting private information in logs and outputs.
Example
Flag prompts that request prohibited actions.
Pitfalls and tips
Over-blocking can frustrate users while under-blocking increases risk. Balance safety with usability.
In BoltAI
In BoltAI, this relates to safe outputs and content handling.
