Artificial Intelligence (AI) is the latest rage right now. As a result, many companies are hopping on the bandwagon with their version of chatbots, joining the likes of OpenAI, Google, Microsoft, etc. Among these ranks are many counterfeit chatbots with crooks creating fake apps to swindle you. Here is what to look for and how to avoid being scammed.
Phony AI Chatbot Apps
Scammers have been creating fake apps claiming to be just like OpenAI’s ChatGPT and overflowing the app stores with them in hopes people will buy into them. Most of the apps are free to download, although they won’t even let you use most of their features unless you buy a subscription that can be as high as $69.99 per month.
People are tricked into downloading the apps with heavy advertising and claiming that the apps are free with the same features as more popular chatbots like ChatGPT and Bing Chat. Plus, they will create fake 4- and 5-star reviews to convince people the apps are legit. However, the comments on these 4 -and 5-star reviews are typically super short and vague, while plenty of other comments explain how the apps don’t work at all.
What You Should Do
First, here is a short list of known fake AI apps:
- Chat GBT
- AI Chatbot Assistant — Ask AI
- AI Chat GBT — Open Chatbot App
- Chat AI Ask Chatbot Assistant
- Genie — AI Chatbot
- AI Chatbot: Open Chat AI
Red flags to consider before downloading:
- Don’t download from a third-party site
- Avoid chatbots from smaller brands,
- Check the developer information
- Visit the Official website or source
- Never give away personal information
- Always read reviews
- Pay attention to permissions and requests during installation
In addition to the above, everyday best practices such as regular software updates, backups, and a good antivirus program on all devices is strongly recommended. If you need assistance with any of the above, contact a member of the BMT team.
