AI 101

Output filtering

Also known as: output filter ยท response filtering

Security

Output filtering inspects a model’s output before it’s shown or acted on, catching harmful, secret, or off-policy content.

  • Blocks leaked secrets or PII.
  • Catches toxic or disallowed content.
  • A last line of defense before the response ships.

Layer it: filtering can't fix a bad model, but it catches the worst leaks. Pair it with a good system prompt and least privilege for real protection.