How to stay private on AI apps
AI companion and roleplay apps involve private conversations and personal preferences, so privacy matters more here than with most apps. Several apps in this space have had data incidents — here's how to protect yourself.
Why privacy matters more here
AI companion apps can involve intimate conversations, personal details and payments. That makes it worth paying closer attention than usual to how a service stores data and what shows up on your statement. The category has seen multiple data-exposure incidents in recent years, so a little caution goes a long way.
Billing and discretion
Most people care what appears on their bank statement. Established apps often use discreet billing descriptors (for example, a parent-company name rather than the app name) — check what an app uses before paying. Prepaid options and platform credits can add another layer of separation.
Data and accounts
- Use a dedicated email for AI companion sign-ups, separate from your main inbox.
- Strong, unique passwords — a password manager helps; enable two-factor where available.
- Check data controls — can you delete chats and your account? Read the privacy policy.
- Share minimally — don't give more real personal detail than necessary in chats.
Practical safety tips
- Stick to well-known, reputable apps — see our AI girlfriend and roleplay rankings.
- Remember the companion is AI — anything you type or share may be stored and used to improve the service.
- Keep software and your browser updated; consider a privacy-focused browser.
- Be cautious about linking social accounts or granting unnecessary permissions.
Privacy is one of the factors we weigh in every review.