Is AI safe to use? A practical guide

For everyday creative projects, AI is generally safe to use. The real risks are ordinary ones: sharing too much personal information, trusting a wrong answer, or being targeted by a scam that uses AI.

Three simple habits

1. 1

   Don't share private details

   Keep your full name, address, passwords, financial and health details out of any AI chat.

2. 2

   Verify what matters

   For anything important — health, money, legal, safety — confirm with a trusted human source.

3. 3

   Be skeptical of urgency

   Scams push you to act fast. Slow down and check independently.

Is it safe for children?

With an adult nearby and the right guardrails, yes. Avoid open-ended chatbots for young children, don't upload identifying details, and review results together.