What Security Features Should You Look For in AI Apps?

Safety and privacy should be your first consideration when using AI companion apps. You are sharing personal conversations, and potentially personal information, with these platforms. Understanding how your data is handled matters.

We evaluate safety and privacy for every platform we review. Here is what you need to know.

The Privacy Landscape

AI companion platforms handle sensitive data by nature. Your conversations, preferences, and behavior patterns are all stored somewhere. The question is how well each platform protects this information.

What Data Do These Apps Collect?

Based on our analysis of privacy policies across 25+ platforms:

• Conversation content — All platforms store your messages. Some encrypt them, some do not
• Usage patterns — When you use the app, how long, what features you use
• Device information — Phone model, OS version, IP address, location data
• Payment data — Handled through third-party processors on reputable platforms, directly on less trustworthy ones
• Behavioral data — Your preferences, character choices, and interaction patterns

Which Platforms Are Most Transparent?

Based on our testing:

• SweetDream.ai — Most transparent about data handling practices. Clear privacy policy with specific details
• SweetDream.ai — Provides data deletion options and is upfront about what they collect
• Platforms with concerns — Several smaller platforms have vague privacy policies that do not clearly explain data handling

Protecting Yourself

Practical steps regardless of which platform you use:

Account Security

1. Use a separate email — Create an email address specifically for AI companion apps
2. Strong, unique password — Do not reuse passwords from other services
3. Avoid real personal details — Use a nickname, avoid sharing your real location, workplace, or other identifying information
4. Review permissions — Check what app permissions you have granted (camera, microphone, contacts)

Data Management

1. Read the privacy policy — At minimum, search for "data deletion", "third party", and "retention"
2. Check deletion options — Before signing up, confirm you can delete your data later
3. Export conversations — If the platform allows it, periodically save conversations you want to keep
4. Review account settings — Look for privacy toggles and data sharing options

Emotional Health

AI companions can be engaging, but maintaining perspective is important:

• Set time limits — Decide in advance how much time you will spend daily
• Maintain real relationships — AI companions supplement, not replace, human connection
• Recognize attachment patterns — If you feel anxious when you cannot access the AI, that is a signal to step back
• Take breaks — Regular breaks help maintain a healthy perspective

Platform Safety Ratings

Platform	Data Encryption	Deletion Options	Privacy Score
SweetDream.ai	Standard	Available	Fair
EVA AI	Standard	Available	Fair
DreamGF	Standard	Available	Good
Candy AI	Standard	Available	Good

Red Flags to Watch For

Avoid platforms that:

• Have no privacy policy or a vague one
• Do not offer data deletion
• Require excessive permissions (contacts, photos, location)
• Have unclear billing practices or hidden charges
• Do not use HTTPS or standard encryption
• Share data with unnamed "partners"

Key Takeaways

• Use a separate email and avoid sharing real personal information
• Always check the privacy policy before signing up
• Confirm data deletion options exist before committing
• Set time limits and maintain perspective on AI companionship
• Our reviews include privacy scores for every platform