Induction cooktops do get hot but only in the area where the cookware is kept. This means that these are safe and even if you touch the cooking zone on an induction cooktop while it's switched on, it's not going to burn you. But be cautious as it will heat up the cookware on it and you don't want to touch hot cookware.

Why is my induction cooktop hot?

Contrary to popular belief, induction cooktops can get hot, but the heat is transferring from the cooking pot to the glass through conduction, much as a hot pan would transfer some heat to a countertop if you set it down to rest. As soon as you remove the pot, that heating stops.

Do induction hobs stay hot after use?

The short answer to this question is: Yes, you can touch an induction hob, as induction hobs do not get hot in the same way that other hobs do. ... This means that the surface of the hob stays fairly cool. However, there is often some residual heat from the pan left after cooking.