Responsible AI Companion Use: Policy Framework & User Guidelines

This site publishes reviews of adult AI companion platforms. That coverage carries editorial responsibilities that extend beyond feature analysis and pricing tables. These guidelines define our standards for platform coverage and our recommendations for user conduct.

Age Compliance Framework

Regulatory basis: 18 U.S.C. 2257 (United States) requires age verification for all adult content platforms. GDPR (EU) requires consent-based data processing with specific protections for minors.

Every platform reviewed on this site must implement age verification at the registration stage as a condition of coverage. We do not review platforms that permit minor access, and we do not link to platforms where we identify active failures of age verification.

For users: Age verification is a legal requirement, not a preference. Circumventing it violates platform terms of service and may have legal implications depending on jurisdiction. We support the enforcement of these requirements.

For parents: AI companion platforms — particularly those with NSFW capabilities — require the same parental awareness as other adult content. Network-level content filtering and device-level controls are appropriate safeguards. Age verification on covered platforms is a meaningful barrier, but it is not the only layer of access control parents should consider.

Content Standards We Apply

Coverage criteria for platforms reviewed on this site:

Mandatory:

• Absolute prohibition on minor depiction — zero exceptions
• Active content moderation infrastructure
• User reporting mechanisms that function
• Compliance with applicable adult content law (2257, GDPR minimums)

Evaluated negatively in reviews:

• Inconsistent enforcement of stated content policies
• Lack of specific policy documentation
• Pattern of user complaints about moderation failures

When platform content policy compliance changes after publication, reviews are updated to reflect current status.

Data Protection Guidance

AI companion platforms are particularly sensitive from a data perspective because users share personal and intimate information in the course of interaction. Conversation logs may contain details users would not share casually elsewhere.

Pre-registration checklist:

• Read the privacy policy with specific attention to data retention terms post-deletion
• Note what data categories are collected (conversation logs, IP addresses, device identifiers)
• Assess whether the retention period is acceptable for your risk tolerance
• GirlfriendGPT's 6-year post-deletion retention is the reference point for above-average industry practice

During use:

• Use unique passwords not shared across accounts
• Enable two-factor authentication where available
• Apply the minimum-necessary-information principle — platforms do not require your real name, employer, or specific location to function

See our ➜ privacy policy for how this site handles visitor data.

Healthy Usage Parameters

Functional engagement patterns:

• Use is discretionary and doesn't create distress when interrupted
• Real-world relationships maintain priority alongside AI interaction
• Platform use fits within the user's time and financial budget without creating stress
• The user maintains clear awareness of the synthetic nature of AI interactions

Patterns suggesting re-evaluation:

• Consistent avoidance of available human connection in favor of AI interaction
• Distress or anxiety when platform access is unavailable
• Financial spending on AI platforms that creates budget pressure
• Using AI companionship as a mechanism to avoid real-world relationship issues

Mental health resources:

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

Editorial Accountability Standards

Our affiliate revenue model is disclosed completely. Our editorial standards require publishing negative findings regardless of commercial relationships. Specific commitments: negative safety findings are published, pricing concerns are documented, data retention issues are highlighted, and cons sections are genuine, not softened.

For review methodology details: ➜ about us. For complete affiliate disclosure: ➜ terms of service.

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