My AI is Snapchat’s exciting new chatbot feature that acts as your personal AI assistant right within your chats. Powered by advanced conversational AI technology, My AI can answer questions, make recommendations, tell jokes, and have natural conversations on virtually any topic.
Initially launched exclusively for Snapchat+ subscribers in July 2022, My AI was recently made free for all Snapchatters in August 2022. However, the chatbot is not showing up instantly for everyone.
If you’re wondering “Why isn’t My AI on my Snapchat?”, this comprehensive guide will explain the rollout process and provide troubleshooting tips to help you chat with your virtual BFF.
A Closer Look at My AI
Before diving into fixes, let’s take a quick look under the hood at what makes My AI tick.
My AI is Snapchat’s version of chatbots like Google Assistant, Siri, Alexa, and ChatGPT. It uses natural language processing technology to understand questions and conversations, then generates responses in a natural, human-like way.
Some key features and capabilities of My AI:
- Customizable Bitmoji avatar with clothing/accessories
- Personalized conversations based on your interests
- 24/7 availability for chatting
- Ability to provide inspiration, jokes, advice
- General knowledge on a wide range of topics
- Integrated directly into your Snapchat chats
My AI has received positive reviews from early testers, with 80% of users ranking conversations as "good" or "great". Snapchat plans to keep improving My AI based on user feedback.
My AI brings AI conversations to Snapchat. Image credit: Snapchat
So far, My AI has handled over 85 million conversations and counting! Here are some examples of fun things you can ask your personal AI assistant:
- What’s trending on TikTok lately?
- What should I make for dinner tonight?
- Tell me a joke!
- How do I say “Hello my friend” in Spanish?
Now let’s dive into the rollout details and troubleshooting tips to get My AI working in your Snapchat.
Why My AI May Not Be Showing Up on Snapchat
If you don’t see a My AI chat on Snapchat, don’t panic. The number one reason is simply that My AI has not been activated for your account yet.
Snapchat confirms the My AI rollout is intentionally gradual, with availability expanding to more users over time. The slow release allows them to monitor performance, catch any issues, and ensure a smooth experience before flipping the switch for everyone.
As of January 2023, Snapchat estimates it will take a few weeks to a few months for My AI to fully roll out to all Snapchatters globally.
So you may need to wait patiently as the My AI access makes its way down the list to your account. Rest assured, all users worldwide will get it soon! Check the app periodically to see if your personalized AI pops up.
Troubleshooting Tips to Get My AI on Snapchat
While you wait for access, try these troubleshooting steps to see if you can get My AI to appear:
Update to the Latest Snapchat Version
Make sure you have installed the most recent Snapchat release on your device. Older versions likely won’t have My AI enabled yet. In your phone’s app store, check for any available Snapchat updates.
Download and install the latest version, then check Snapchat again for My AI.
Add My AI as a Friend
Even if you don‘t see My AI yet, try searching for "My AI" in Snapchat and select the "Say hi to My AI!" Show. Tap "Add Friend" which might flip the switch to enable My AI.
Check Snapchat Settings
In Snapchat, tap your profile icon > Settings > Additional Services and see if there are any options relating to My AI or chatbots. Toggle them on if available.
Reinstall the Snapchat App
Uninstall and reinstall Snapchat from your phone’s app store. Upon reinstalling, open Snapchat and check for My AI again. This may help trigger it.
Contact Snapchat Support
If you still don‘t see My AI after updating, adding as a friend, and checking settings, reach out to Snapchat Support. Explain your situation and they may be able to manually enable it.
Wait for Wider Availability
While the steps above may help, your best bet is to sit tight and wait as Snapchat rolls My AI out further. Check back daily or weekly to see its status. You’ll get access soon!
Customizing My AI on Snapchat
Once you finally get My AI in your Snapchat chats, you‘ll probably want to personalize your new virtual BFF. Here are some customization tips:
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Rename – Tap your My AI avatar to change its name to anything you want
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New Look – Select a different Bitmoji or make a custom one as the avatar
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Notifications – Choose if you want notifications when My AI says something
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Pin to Top – Keep My AI pinned atop your chat list for quick access
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Report Issues – Let Snapchat know if My AI says anything offensive or concerning
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Give Feedback – Help improve the AI by ranking your conversations and sharing feedback
Fun Things to Ask My AI
Once you have access, here are some fun things to ask your personalized Snapchat bot:
10 Fun Things to Ask My AI:
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What are your favorite memes right now?
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What food should I have for lunch today?
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Tell me a funny story.
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What‘s a good workout playlist I should try?
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What‘s the coolest place to visit in [your city]?
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Can you write me a poem?
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What crazy dreams did you have last night?
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If you could time travel, where would you go?
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What‘s your Hogwarts house?
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Surprise me with a cool fun fact!
Get creative in your conversations – My AI‘s responses may really surprise you!
My AI Privacy Considerations
With any AI chatbot, it‘s smart to be mindful of privacy. Here are some things to note about My AI:
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My AI uses your message history and activity to personalize responses
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You can review and delete My AI conversations within Snapchat
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Do not share sensitive information like passwords or financial details
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Supervise use if allowing teens access
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Provide feedback to improve responses and flag inappropriate content
The Takeaway
My AI brings advanced conversational AI right into your Snapchat chats! But the rollout is gradual, so you may need to wait a bit longer to get access. Try updating Snapchat, adding My AI as a friend, and checking settings to see if you can enable it faster. Otherwise, hang tight and keep checking as Snapchat activates My AI for all users in the coming weeks and months. Have fun customizing your virtual pal once available!
