Stop pasting this into AI — 7 things you should never share with a chatbot

Stop pasting this into AI — 7 things you should never share with a chatbot

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(Image credit: Getty Images) Copy link Facebook X Reddit Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Sign up to get the BEST of Tom's Guide direct to your inbox. Here at Tom’s Guide our expert editors are committed to bringing you the best news, reviews and guides to help you stay informed and ahead of the curve! Become a Member in Seconds Unlock instant access to exclusive member features. Contact me with news and offers from other Future brands Receive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors By submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over. You are now subscribed Your newsletter sign-up was successful Want to add more newsletters? Join the club Get full access to premium articles, exclusive features and a growing list of member rewards. Explore An account already exists for this email address, please log in. Subscribe to our newsletter You already know not to share sensitive information with scammers over the phone, in emails or on sketchy websites that set off alarm bells.But now that AI tools are everywhere — and more people are using them every day —it’s becoming surprisingly common to see users share highly personal details with chatbots. At the same time, lawsuits from individuals, companies and even government organizations have raised concerns about how user data is handled and shared.I get the appeal. Chatbots are incre...

Originally published on April 06, 2026. Curated by AI News.

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