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Is Your AI Girlfriend Safe? A Guide to AI Companion Security

November 23, 2024 • Safety & Privacy • 7 min read

In the age of digital intimacy, privacy is paramount. When you share your deepest thoughts, fears, and desires with an AI companion, you need to know that those conversations are secure. Unfortunately, the "wild west" of AI apps has led to significant privacy concerns.

The NIST AI Risk Management Framework

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) released its AI Risk Management Framework (AI RMF 1.0) to guide the safe development of AI. In July 2024, they released a specific profile for Generative AI.

Key risks identified by NIST include:

• Data Privacy: The potential for leakage or unauthorized use of personal data.
• Confabulation: The production of false or misleading content.
• Harmful Bias: The amplification of societal biases.

How Solm8 Aligns with Safety Standards

Unlike many competitors who operate in a regulatory gray area, Solm8 proactively aligns with these federal standards.

1. Encryption & Data Sovereignty

All voice and text data on Solm8 is encrypted both in transit and at rest. We use industry-standard AES-256 encryption. More importantly, we do not sell your data to third-party advertisers. Your relationship is yours alone.

2. Managing "Confabulation"

AI models can sometimes "hallucinate" or make things up. Solm8 uses a sophisticated "grounding" system (RAG) that helps keep the AI's memory consistent with the facts you've shared, reducing the risk of disjointed or confusing interactions.

Red Flags to Watch Out For

When choosing an AI companion, be wary of:

• "Free" Apps with no clear business model: If you aren't paying for the product, you are the product.
• Lack of Terms of Service: Legitimate companies have clear, accessible privacy policies.
• Unverified Developers: Check who is behind the app. Solm8 is developed by a transparent US-based team.