DON'T use AI companions apps!

Step-by-Step Tutorial: How to Safely Use AI Companion Apps

Introduction:

AI companion apps are gaining popularity, but it's essential to be cautious about using them due to privacy and data concerns. This tutorial provides steps to minimize risks while using AI companion apps on your phone or running them locally.

Part 1: Minimizing Damage While Using Cloud-based AI Companion Apps:

1. Provide Fake Information:

   • Use an email alias or create a new email account with Proton or Tuta for signing up.

2. Use Web Version or Separate Profile:

   • If possible, use the web version of the app on your phone.
   • If only a mobile app is available, consider placing it in a separate profile to limit access to your phone's data.

3. Limit Permissions:

   • On Android or GrapheneOS, utilize Work profiles or User profiles to restrict app permissions.
   • Avoid granting access to your location or contacts.

4. Use a Reputable VPN:

   • Consider using a reputable VPN like ProtonVPN or Mullvad to enhance your online privacy.
   • Avoid VPN services sponsored on YouTube.

Part 2: Running AI Chatbots Locally for Enhanced Privacy:

1. Head to jan.ai:

   • Visit jan.ai, an open-source AI framework that runs locally on your device for increased privacy.

2. Download a Model:

   • Choose and download a model from the Hub on jan.ai, such as Mistral or Llama, to have a basic yet capable model.

3. Personalize Your AI:

   • To give your AI a personality, visit huggingface.co/chat/assistants and select an assistant that interests you.
   • Copy the system instructions and paste them into your assistant instructions.
   • Optionally, import an uncensored model from Hugging Face and customize it with your instructions.

Conclusion:

By following these steps, you can use AI companion apps with greater caution and protect your privacy while interacting with them. Be mindful of the risks associated with sharing personal data and consider running AI chatbots locally for a more secure experience.

Remember to stay informed about privacy concerns related to AI technologies and prioritize your data protection when using such apps.

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