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AI privacy checklist

Using AI isn’t completely harmful or harmless, as there are  many things to look out for when using AI. Among the most common things that makes an AI harmful is invading your privacy through a variety of means and negatively impacting your social development.

Go through these checklists to stay safe to lessen the possibility of harm when using AI.

Enable Multi-Factor Authentication

Using a multi-factor authentication system when using AI can most certainly help you remain secure. If the AI does not offer that, it is best to be cautious of your data.

Avoid Sharing Information

Unless you are completely certain that the AI can be trusted with sensitive information, it is best to keep information related to your identity to yourself.

Verify the Platform’s Legitimacy

Doing research to verify that a platform is safe and secure is recommended to ensure that any of your data is being handled properly and securely.

Use Secure Connection

Any app including AI apps can intake various data simply from your connection. Using secure connection or even a VPN ensures that these information are not extracted by a 3rd party.

Read the Privacy Policy

Reading the Privacy Policy can help you identify if an AI company properly handles and protects a user data. If the policy is vague on how it handles user data, it is best to stay cautious.

Review App Permissions

Although simple, it is good to keep track of app permissions. If the app requests for permission you feel is irrelevant to its service, it is recommended to research or refuse it.

Clear Chat History

While clearing chat history does not immediately delete your data from the AI system, it is still a good practice to do so as it still prevents active tracking of these information.

Opt Out of Training

Not all AI systems allow the user to opt out of training, but it is recommended to do so if there is an option as it further ensures your data is not being used without consent.

Mental well-being checklist

Reframe Your Mindset

Don’t treat AI as a person. Pause and ground yourself, and remember that AI is a tool and not a person. AI cannot provide the same emotional support that real relationships can.

Set Boundaries

It is good to set boundaries on your AI usage as soon as possible. Remember to avoid using AI for emotional support and limit dependence on its responses to prevent overdependence.

Build a Support Network

Avoid blindly agreeing with AI and be proactive in building support groups of friends, family, or counselors. Seek perspectives from people you can trust and learn proper mental health practices rather than reaching out to AI.

Self-Evaluate

Pause and ask yourself, “What do I really need?” It’s important to remember to check up on yourself and self-evaluate to help yourself to identify what you truly need.

Signs an ai may not be safe

Collects Excessive Data

Weak or No Privacy Policy

Lack of Transparency

Has Bad Reviews

A bot's assurance is not Empathy,
A bot's security is not Privacy.

What do you think you can do better to protect your privacy and your mental well-being when it comes to AI chatbots?

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Ushi
Ushi
2 days ago

I could do better by first of all not invest yourself in any of these chatbots, they are tools at most and hinderances at worst. Secondly, just talk to people you trust and care, they are there for you and will always be an open ear to listen and help carry that weight you carry.

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