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Help Center

Quick tips and guidance to help you get the most out of AI Buddy.

Getting Started with AI Buddy

Welcome to AI Buddy! Here are some quick tips to get you started:

1

Set Up Your Account

Make sure your account is properly set up with your iMessage contact information to receive responses from AI Buddy.

2

Send Your First Message

Text AI Buddy directly through iMessage with any question or request – AI Buddy is ready to help!

3

Try Different Features

Ask for information, creative content, advice, or help with tasks – AI Buddy can handle a wide range of requests.

Pro Tip: Be specific in your messages for the most helpful responses. For example, instead of asking "Tell me about food," try "What are some easy dinner recipes for beginners?"

Sending Messages to AI Buddy

Communicating with AI Buddy is easy! Here's how to get the best results:

  • Send messages directly through iMessage to the number or email associated with your AI Buddy account
  • Ask questions, request creative content, seek advice, or get help with your tasks
  • You can send follow-up messages to get more detailed responses or clarification
  • Share images with AI Buddy for analysis, identification, or creative responses
  • Try different types of requests to explore AI Buddy's capabilities

Examples of Great Prompts: "Can you suggest a healthy lunch recipe that takes less than 15 minutes to prepare?" or "I need a professional email draft to request a meeting with a potential client."

Managing Your Account

Access your account settings to personalize your AI Buddy experience:

1

Visit Account Settings

Log in to your AI Buddy account and navigate to the Account page to access all account management features.

2

Update Contact Information

Change your iMessage contact details (phone number or email) to ensure AI Buddy can reach you properly.

3

Change Password

Regularly update your password to keep your account secure. Use a strong, unique password that's not used elsewhere.

4

Manage Subscription

View your current subscription plan, update payment methods, or change your subscription level.

Security Tip: If you suspect any unauthorized access to your account, change your password immediately and contact our support team.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why isn't AI Buddy responding to my messages?

Check that your iMessage contact information is correctly set up in your account settings. Also verify that you have an active subscription.

How can I update my payment method?

Visit your Account page and navigate to the Subscription section to update your payment information.

Can I use AI Buddy on multiple devices?

Yes! AI Buddy works through iMessage, so you can access it on any Apple device where you're signed in with your Apple ID. Just make sure your address being used is whitelisted through the account page or that it matches your iPhone's iMessage settings.

How do I cancel my subscription?

Visit your Account page and click on the Manage Subscription button at the bottom of the page to manage or cancel your subscription.

Can AI Buddy access my other messages or phone data?

No, AI Buddy can only see the messages you directly send to it. It has no access to your other iMessage conversations, phone data, or any messages outside of your direct chat with AI Buddy.

What devices work with AI Buddy?

AI Buddy works with any Apple device that supports iMessage, including iPhones, iPads, and Macs.

Is my conversation data private?

Yes, your privacy is our priority. Message data is processed securely and not stored longer than necessary. For more details, please review our Privacy Policy.

Can I use AI Buddy in group chats?

Sorry, AI Buddy currently only works in private chats.

How does AI Buddy work?

AI Buddy is powered by OpenAI's GPT-4o model, which is the same model used by ChatGPT! Learn more on our About page.

What image generation model does AI Buddy use?

AI Buddy uses OpenAI's DALL-E 3, the most advanced AI image generation model available, providing high-quality, detailed images that accurately reflect your text prompts.

I found a bug. How do I report it?

We appreciate your help improving AI Buddy! Please visit our Bug Report page to submit details about any issues you encounter.

Who created AI Buddy?

Learn more about our team of AI experts and developers on our Team page.

What are the terms of using AI Buddy?

Please review our Terms of Service for detailed information about using AI Buddy.

Cool Things to Try

Explore these fun capabilities to see what AI Buddy can do:

  • Ask for creative writing like short stories, poems, or song lyrics
  • Request help brainstorming ideas for projects, gifts, or activities
  • Share an image and ask AI Buddy to describe or analyze it
  • Get help planning your day, week, or special events
  • Ask for explanations of complex topics in simple terms
  • Request translations between different languages
  • Get recommendations for books, movies, music, or restaurants

Fun Idea: Try asking AI Buddy to create a personalized workout routine, a custom bedtime story, or a themed playlist for your next gathering!

Coming Soon: A more comprehensive Help Center with detailed guides, video tutorials, and a searchable knowledge base is in development. Stay tuned for updates!

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