How much should I share with an AI about my relationship?

What to know before sharing

AI can help you work through relationship concerns, organize your thoughts, or prepare for a difficult conversation. However, conversations with AI aren't necessarily private. Depending on the platform and your settings, information you share may be stored, reviewed, or used to improve the service.

You can seek support about your relationship while still being thoughtful about how much personal information you share, especially when it involves someone else.

How to protect your privacy

• Keep details general. Focus on the situation rather than sharing names, locations, or identifying information.
• Limit sensitive information. Avoid including private details about someone's health, finances, or personal history when they aren't necessary.
• Understand your settings. Review how the platform stores, uses, and deletes conversations. Privacy controls vary between services.
• Consider other perspectives. AI can help organize your thoughts, but a trusted person may offer additional context or insight.

A way to talk about it

"I've been using AI to help organize my thoughts sometimes, but I want to be mindful of what I share. Can we talk about what we'd both prefer to keep private?"

When to seek additional support

Some situations, such as serious relationship conflicts, safety concerns, or major personal decisions, may benefit from more support than AI can provide.

A trusted person or qualified professional can help you consider your options. If privacy is a concern, ask about confidentiality and its limitations before sharing sensitive information.

If you feel unsafe or believe someone is monitoring your devices, consider reaching out through a safer communication method.