# cAI, Private AI (f.k.a AnonAI) — user reviews > 24 indexed App Store user reviews of cAI, Private AI (f.k.a AnonAI) by Autonomous Inc., rated 3.90/5 from 44 ratings. - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cai-private-ai-fka-anonai/id6723885269/reviews - App overview in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cai-private-ai-fka-anonai/id6723885269.md - Rating breakdown: 5★ 28 · 4★ 4 · 3★ 2 · 2★ 1 · 1★ 9 ## What do users think of cAI, Private AI (f.k.a AnonAI)? **Pros** - 🔒 Focus on privacy and security - 🤖 Powerful and accurate AI - 👍 User-friendly interface - 🔍 Helpful for quick brainstorming - 🌟 Personal growth tools - 🏆 Excellent for private and secure conversations **Cons** - 🔄 Inconsistent UI changes with updates - 🔇 Limited chat history storage - 📝 Uncensored content limitations for certain users ## Newest reviews (4 of 24) ### 5/5 — highly recommended *2024-10-16, version 1.0.9* I’m extremely impressed with this private AI app! The interface is intuitive and easy to use, and the AI technology quickly adapts to your habits and preferences. The app offers personalized task management, intelligent note-taking, and robust security features to keep your data safe. **HIGHLY RECOMMENDED** for anyone looking to boost their productivity and organization. This app is a total game-changer and has genuinely helped me stay on top of my work. Don't hesitate to try it out - you won't be disappointed! ### 5/5 — Excellent app *2024-10-16, version 1.0.9* I really like this app, its help me a lot ### 5/5 — Excellent AI Assistant - Highly Recommended! *2024-10-08, version 1.0.2* been using this tool and I have to say, I'm really impressed. It always gives me accurate and relevant information, and the responses are super helpful. I love that it provides concrete examples to help illustrate complex concepts. Plus, the privacy features are top-notch, so I feel secure using it ### 5/5 — Anon is amazing for privacy! *2024-10-08, version 1.0.2* Love that it doesn't require an account or track anything. Feels like Chat GPT but way more secure. All data stays local on your device, which is SUPER COOL. ## Most critical reviews (10 lowest-rated) ### 1/5 — Data Collection by Default *2025-06-12, version 2.9.3* Analytics despite the app store listing stating otherwise. Data collection of any kind that is opt-out 👎 ### 1/5 — DIGITAL SPY TOOL confirmed, 24/7 Spy Surveillance in Your Pocket: CAI = CIA?.. CRITICAL PRIVACY ??? *2025-06-02, version 2.9.3* URGENT: Read This Before Downloading… Any app by Autonomous Inc (including Autonomous Connect OS, Mosh-Calling and Meeting, Autonomous Habit) = AVOID. If they’re this shady with one app, imagine what lurks in their entire software portfolio. Warning: If Autonomous Inc made a calculator app, it would probably track your math anxiety and sell it to insurance companies. TOP PRIVACY VIOLATIONS (Per Their Own Policy): • Permanent Device Tracking: Collects MAC addresses, IMEI, Advertiser IDs (Section 2.2) • Call Recording: Records support calls without consent (Section 2.2) • 87+ Data Sharing Partners: Shares “any information” with vendors (Section 5) • Indefinite Data Storage: Keeps your data “as long as necessary” (Section 7) • Global Data Transfers: Stores data “anywhere in the world” (Section 10.1) • Cross-Device Stalking: Tracks you across all devices (Section 4) CAI suspiciously close to CIA? Their data collection says YES. This is government-grade surveillance masquerading as AI. Your phone becomes a 24/7 monitoring device the moment you install ANY Autonomous Inc product. Development Cemetery Zero updates since the Stone Age. Security holes older than flip phones. Uses deprecated SSL instead of modern encryption (Section 7) - basically rolling out the red carpet for hackers. Performance Disaster Slower than dial-up internet. Crashes more than a demolition derby. Responses so nonsensical you’d get better advice from a fortune cookie written by a drunk robot. Content Censorship Engine “Policy enforcement” tools (Section 5) monitor everything you do. They’ll sell your data faster than concert tickets but censor your content like an authoritarian regime. The Surveillance Specifics: • Behavioral Fingerprinting: Tracks “pages visited before/after, time spent, clicked links” (Section 2.2) • Location Stalking: Collects “geo-location information” (Section 2.2) • Third-Party Spy Network: Uses “Facebook Custom Audiences pixels” (Section 4) • Inference Profiling: Builds “demographic and psychographic inferences” (Section 9.1) Red Flag Bingo: Hardware-level device fingerprinting Unlimited data retention policies Global surveillance server network Zero transparency across ALL Autonomous Inc apps ### 1/5 — Not opening *2025-02-20, version 2.8.2* I downloaded the app and it’s not opening like crashing before it opens help in at iOS 12.5 at iPhone 6 ### 1/5 — best *2025-02-06, version 2.7.1* nangi ldkiya dekh sktA hoon maje hi maje ### 1/5 — Not enough memory? *2025-01-27, version 2.7.1* Says there has to be six gigs of ram to run it… ### 1/5 — Has ok basic models - can use these free elsewhere *2024-12-11, version 1.7.6* Also definitely not ‘uncensored’ as it claims ### 1/5 — Pick a UI already!! *2024-11-05* Trying to use this app has been an exercise in frustration with every update seemingly bringing a complete redesign and the removal/addition of features. It feels as though the developers don’t have a solid vision. I’d suggest using the web app instead as that has been more stable and has more features. ### 2/5 — genuinely the worst app i've ever used *2026-04-30, version 2.9.3* The chatbox said that five minus six is one hundred. can someone please tell me where on this earth you get that number from??? ### 2/5 — Not uncensored *2024-10-08, version 1.0.2* Chats are not uncensored. I write urban fiction and wanted to use this as tool for writers block. ### 3/5 — Love it but… *2024-11-08, version 1.7.0* It does t really save past chats making going back and continuing impossible ## Most praised reviews (10 highest-rated) ### 5/5 — Do not use! *2026-06-20, version 2.9.3* The only reason for 5 stars is to flag my review. I typed one question after I downloaded this and it turned my phone off, like complete system shutdown. I don’t know what virus I put into my phone when I chose cAI, but I deleted the app and never looking at it again. ### 5/5 — Suggestions *2025-03-22, version 2.9.3* 1. Add a copy to clipboard for responses. 2. Add a regenerate response button. 3. Add automatic scrolling while the responses are being written. Other than that, great app. ### 5/5 — 5 stars *2024-11-25* The privacy and the free highly advanced ais included is worth the 5 stars. Excellent app I would like to see more updates and features and potentially ai updates if possible in the future of this app. ### 5/5 — Helpful AI with Privacy *2024-10-20, version 1.1.3* The AI provides quick and accurate answers. The best part for me is the privacy feature where all the data stays on my device instead of their servers. ### 5/5 — Goodddd *2024-10-17, version 1.1.0* Love this AI appppp! It's like the popular GPT model, but with a focus on privacy. The interface is user-friendly, the AI is powerful and accurate, and I have complete control over my data. A game-changer for anyonee who wants to use AI without sacrificing their online security. Highly recommend!!!!!!!! ### 5/5 — Excellent app! *2024-10-17, version 1.1.0* Excellent private chat app, easy to use, accurate, and secure for sensitive conversations, 5 stars! ### 5/5 — great *2024-10-17, version 1.1.0* perfect for quick brainstorming ### 5/5 — Use it everyday *2024-10-16, version 1.0.9* - quick response - informative - easy to use Haven't used much so no further feedback. Will come back later with updates. ### 5/5 — Highly recommended this app *2024-10-16, version 1.0.9* I highly recommend this app for its private and secure space to express emotions, thoughts, and experiences. Intelligent emotional support. Effective personal growth tools. Simple and intuitive interface Give it a try! ### 5/5 — Use it everyday *2024-10-16, version 1.0.9* - Easy to use - Quick response - Informative answer Have just tried so no further feedback. But overall is good. --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-07-14.*