App profile · facts checked 12 November 2026
Chai: pricing, features and age limit
Chai is an AI companion app from Chai Research Corp., available on Android. We could not verify its paid pricing. Its stated minimum age is 18+, and adult content is not allowed.
Chai at a glance
| Price from | Not verified |
|---|---|
| Free tier | Not verified |
| Platforms | Android |
| Minimum age | 18+ |
| Adult content | Not allowed |
| Voice | Not verified |
| Images | Not verified |
| Memory | Not verified |
| Group chat | Not verified |
| Custom characters | ✓ Yes |
| Video | Not verified |
| Teen safety | Under-18s are barred and age checks run through Persona using a selfie-based age estimate or a government photo ID. |
| Company | Chai Research Corp. |
| Launched | Not verified |
Chai plans and prices
- Not verified
Who it suits
Adults on Android who want quick chats with a large catalogue of user-built characters.
Worth knowing
Chai said it passed $100 million in annual recurring revenue in July 2026 with a team of about 15 (company-reported, unaudited).
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Frequently asked questions
- How much does Chai cost?
- We could not verify a monthly price for Chai as of 12 November 2026. Check the app for current pricing.
- Is Chai free?
- We could not verify whether Chai has a free tier.
- What is the minimum age for Chai?
- Chai's stated minimum age is 18+. Under-18s are barred and age checks run through Persona using a selfie-based age estimate or a government photo ID.
- Does Chai allow adult content?
- Adult content on Chai is not allowed, according to the sources listed on this page.
- What features does Chai have?
- Verified features of Chai: custom characters. Features we could not confirm are marked "Not verified" in the table.
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Sources
Facts checked 12 November 2026. Prices and policies change; confirm in the app before you pay. “Not verified” means we could not confirm it from a reliable source.