What Makes HeyOtto Unique: AI That Respects Your Family's Values

As parents, we're watching a new generation grow up alongside artificial intelligence. Our kids don't see AI as intimidating or technical—they see it as a place to ask questions, create stories, imagine worlds, and explore ideas with endless curiosity.

But that curiosity raises an important question:

Who decides how AI answers our children?

At HeyOtto, we built something different—because we didn't want our kids learning from a one-size-fits-all AI that doesn't reflect how our family thinks, believes, or talks about the world.

AI That Sounds Like Your Family, Not the Internet

Most AI tools are designed for adults first. Even when "kid-safe" options exist, they usually focus on blocking content—without considering how sensitive topics are handled or whether the response aligns with a family's beliefs.

HeyOtto was built to respect that families are different.

Instead of a single "correct" answer, Otto can be guided by parents to reflect:

• Religious or spiritual beliefs
• Cultural traditions and customs
• How imaginary or magical topics (like Santa) are discussed
• Topics you'd rather introduce yourself—or not at all

Whether your family is religious, secular, somewhere in between, or deeply rooted in specific traditions, Otto responds in a way that honors your approach.

Yes—That Includes Religion, Santa, and "We're Not Ready for That Yet"

Kids ask big questions. Sometimes at inconvenient times.

With HeyOtto, parents can guide how Otto responds when children ask about:

• God, faith, prayer, or religious traditions
• Santa Claus, the Tooth Fairy, or other childhood magic
• Topics you don't want introduced early—or at all

For example:

• Otto can reinforce faith-based explanations if that's important to your family
• Otto can preserve childhood magic instead of breaking it
• Otto can gently redirect or defer topics you prefer to handle yourself

Otto doesn't override you. It follows your lead.

Personalized Guardrails—Not One-Size-Fits-All Filters

Rather than blanket censorship, HeyOtto uses parent-defined boundaries.

Parents can shape:

• Which topics are allowed, limited, or redirected
• The tone and depth of answers by age
• Whether Otto explains, defers, or encourages discussion with a parent

This means Otto can say:

"That's a great question—this might be something to talk about with your parent,"

instead of delivering an answer that feels misaligned or premature.

Built for Kids, Designed for Parents

HeyOtto is intentionally built for two audiences.

For kids, Otto is:

• Friendly, curious, and creative
• A safe place to explore ideas and imagination
• A confidence-building learning companion

For parents, Otto is:

• Transparent and predictable
• COPPA-compliant by design
• Adjustable as kids grow and family needs change

It's not about control—it's about trust.

Safety Is the Foundation, Not the Fine Print

Safety at HeyOtto isn't a feature you toggle on later. It's the foundation.

We prioritize:

• Age-appropriate responses for kids 5–18
• Content filtering guided by parental values
• Respectful handling of sensitive or belief-based topics
• Ongoing adjustments as children mature

As your child grows, Otto grows with them—without ever stepping outside the boundaries you've set.

Encouraging Curiosity Without Undermining Parents

HeyOtto believes curiosity is a gift—and parents should remain the primary guides.

Otto is designed to:

• Spark imagination through stories and creativity
• Encourage thoughtful questions
• Support learning without replacing parental conversations

The goal isn't to give every answer. It's to give the right kind of answer, at the right time, in the right voice.

A Better Way Forward for Families and AI

We don't believe families should have to choose between innovation and values.

HeyOtto exists because:

• Kids deserve technology built specifically for them
• Parents deserve AI that respects their beliefs and boundaries
• Families deserve tools that support—not contradict—their parenting

In a world where AI is becoming unavoidable, HeyOtto offers something rare:

AI that adapts to your family—not the other way around.

Because the future of AI shouldn't just be smarter. It should be more thoughtful.