Launching on the Claude API Usage Policy: A Safety Checklist

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⚡ TL;DR Safety is shared: add your own safeguards, consider Claude as a moderation filter, tell users they're talking to AI, and have experts review high-stakes content.

Shipping an AI product? Plan for the Claude API Usage Policy from day one.

Launch checklist. 🚀

🤝 The Claude API Usage Policy Is a Shared Responsibility

Anthropic treats safety as shared, so your product needs its own safeguards alongside Claude's.

🛡️ Use Claude as a Moderation Filter

Claude can screen inputs and outputs to catch and prevent policy violations.

🏷️ Disclose AI Use

If your product faces external users, tell them they're interacting with an AI system.

💡 Pro tip Add a short 'Powered by AI' note near the chat input; it's simple and transparent.

👩‍⚕️ Expert Review for High Stakes

For sensitive topics or high-stakes decisions, have a qualified expert check content before it reaches consumers.

Building with the Claude API Usage Policy in mind avoids surprises. Need a compliant AI product launch? Lord Of The Wix can help. ✨

❓ Claude API Usage Policy FAQ

Who is responsible for safety in my product?

It's shared between you and Anthropic.

Can Claude moderate content?

Yes, as a moderation filter.

Do I need to disclose AI use?

Yes, for external-facing products.

When is expert review needed?

For sensitive topics or high-stakes decisions.

Should I add my own safeguards?

Yes, in addition to Claude's.

🙏 Credit: This article is based on public information from the Claude Help Center. Claude is a product of Anthropic. Source: support.claude.com.

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