Responsible Use Guidelines for AI Companion Platforms

We cover adult AI platforms and take the editorial responsibility that comes with this seriously. Here are the standards we apply and the guidance we'd give any user.

Age Verification: Non-Negotiable

All reviewed platforms require 18+ age verification at registration. This is legally required (18 U.S.C. 2257 in the US; GDPR minor protections in the EU). We don't cover platforms where age verification isn't implemented or actively maintained.

Attempting to bypass age verification violates platform terms and may have legal consequences. We don't support or facilitate this.

Parents should be aware that AI companion platforms with NSFW capabilities require the same parental awareness as other adult content. Device and network-level controls add protection layers beyond platform age verification.

Content Standards Applied in Our Reviews

Coverage criteria for all reviewed platforms:

Non-negotiable:

• Absolute prohibition on minor-related content, actively enforced
• Functioning content moderation system
• Working user reporting mechanism
• Current compliance with applicable adult content law

Documented negatively:

• Inconsistent or unenforced content policies
• Pattern of unresolved harmful content reports
• Unclear or undocumented moderation practices

We update reviews when platform compliance status changes.

Data Protection for AI Companion Users

These platforms handle personally sensitive data by design. Before registering:

• Read post-deletion data retention terms specifically
• Note: GirlfriendGPT retains data 6 years post-deletion — above industry standard
• Use unique passwords not shared with other accounts
• Enable two-factor authentication where available
• Share only what the platform needs to function

See ➜ GirlfriendGPT safety review for platform-specific data analysis.

Healthy Use Indicators

AI companions are entertainment tools. They're not designed to replace human connection. Some things worth watching for:

Signals of functional use:

• Using the platform is optional and discretionary
• Real-world relationships remain a priority
• Platform spending fits within normal budget
• You remain aware the interactions are with AI, not a person

Signals worth attention:

• Avoiding available human connection in favor of AI interaction
• Distress or anxiety when platform access is unavailable
• Platform spending creating financial stress
• Using AI interaction to avoid real-world relationship issues

If any of these apply, consider stepping back and evaluating whether the platform is serving you well.

Support resources:

• SAMHSA National Helpline: 1-800-662-4357 (free, confidential, 24/7)
• Crisis Text Line: text HOME to 741741

Our Editorial Accountability

Our affiliate disclosures are on every relevant page. We publish negative findings — including the 3.2/5 safety rating for GirlfriendGPT's data retention — regardless of commercial relationships with reviewed platforms.

Review methodology: ➜ about. Affiliate policy: ➜ terms of use.

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