Got questions? You’re not alone! Here are some of the most common questions about Ima and how to use AI with confidence.
Getting Started
Q: What is Ima?
A: Ima is a friendly AI assistant designed to introduce you to ChatGPT in an easy and approachable way.
Q: Do I need to sign up to use Ima?
A: While you can type to chatgpt without being logged in, there are three good reasons to sign up.
1. To talk with Ima like a phone call with no typing or reading, you must be logged in to ChatGPT.
2. When you are logged in, Ima will be able to tell you apart from other users.
3. Having a free personal account will keep your information private. Like your email account, a chatGPT account will keep your conversations safe and secure.Q: How will Ima respond to me?
A: Ima will respond is the same way to use it. If you type, Ima will type back. If you use voice, Ima will use voice to respond.
Q: Does using Ima affect my data limit?
A: If you are using a phone and are not connected to a wifi, Using Ima WILL use data from your data plan, unless you have "unlimited" data. If you are using a wifi connection, your data-limit will not be affected. Ima will work better on a wifi connection anyway, so it is always better to connect to wifi or a hotspot when available.
Using Ima
Q: Can Ima remember past conversations?
A: No, Ima does not have memory. Every conversation starts fresh when you open a new chat. (NOTE: The "full version" of ChatGPT will remember past conversations. Tap here to see why you might want this.)
Q: What should I do if Ima doesn’t understand my question?
A: Try rewording your question with more details. Short, clear sentences work best!
Q: Can Ima talk out loud?
A: Yes! If you tap the microphone button, you can speak to Ima and hear her respond. (NOTE: Your Ima may have a different voice, depending on your settings.)Q: Can I change Ima's voice?
A: Yes! In fact, the first time you use "voice mode," you will pick a voice for Ima. Tap here to see how to select and change Ima's voice.Q: Can I change Ima's name?
A: Ima already has a name. But when you move from Ima to her "parent," ChatGPT, you can name your AI GPT any name you would like.
Privacy & Safety
Q: Is it safe to share personal information with Ima?
A: No, and you shouldn’t! Ima doesn’t need or store personal details, so keep private information out of your chats.
Q: Are my conversations with Ima saved?
A: No, once you leave the chat, the conversation disappears.
Q: Will Ima try to sell me things?
A: No! Ima is here to help, not to advertise or track your browsing habits.
Technical Help
Q: Why did Ima stop responding?
A: Try refreshing the page or restarting your conversation. If the issue continues, check your internet connection.
Q: Does Ima work on my smartphone or tablet?
A: Yes! Ima works on computers, tablets, and smartphones. If anything looks off, try rotating your screen or zooming in/out.
Q: What if I want more advanced AI features?
A: If you’re comfortable with Ima and want to explore more, you can try ChatGPT directly by going to chatgpt.com after you have created your account with Ima.
Didn’t see your question here? Try asking Ima—she’s happy to help!
