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General questions about HeyOtto.

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How is HeyOtto different from other AI apps for kids?

Unlike general AI tools, HeyOtto is built from the ground up for kids—with safety filters, parental controls, and kid-friendly experiences.

Who built HeyOtto?

HeyOtto is built by BerryWell AI, an Atlanta-based company. The team is made up of parents and technologists who believe kids deserve their own AI experience — not a watered-down adult one. The team specializes in cybersecurity, networking, privacy, security, data protection, and AI governance.

How do I get started with Otto?

Simply sign up for an account, verify your email, create your child profiles, and customize safety settings. Your child can start chatting with Otto immediately. The entire setup takes less than 5 minutes.

What ages is HeyOtto for?

HeyOtto's AI platform is built for the whole family. Kids and teens ages 8–18 get a safe, age-adaptive experience. Parents get their own full AI chat alongside a dedicated dashboard to monitor, customize, and stay in control of their family's experience.

Which AI is best for kids?

HeyOtto is built specifically for kids and teens, which makes it the strongest option for families looking for an AI platform designed around child safety rather than retrofitted for it.

What is the 30% rule in AI?

The "30% rule" isn't a widely standardized AI term — it may refer to different concepts depending on context. Some use it in AI-assisted writing to suggest no more than 30% of content should be AI-generated. If you've seen this referenced somewhere specific, feel free to contact us and we'll clarify.

What is the 3-6-9-12 rule for kids?

The 3-6-9-12 rule is a screen time framework popularized by child psychologist Serge Tisseron: no screens before age 3, no handheld gaming before 6, no internet before 9, and no social media before 12. HeyOtto is designed with these developmental stages in mind — with age-adaptive responses for kids 8 and up and full parent control at every stage.

Can I manage multiple children from one account?

Yes. You can create separate profiles for each child with individual settings, filters, and conversation history — all managed from a single parent login. The Family plan covers all children at no extra cost per child.

Is HeyOtto safe for kids?

Yes. HeyOtto is designed with safety first. Conversations are moderated, age-adaptable, and fully visible to parents.

How do I contact support?

Email us at contact@heyotto.app and we'll respond within 48 hours (usually much faster). Premium subscribers get priority support. We're here to help with any questions or concerns.

Is using AI homework help cheating?

No — not the way Otto does it. Study mode is built to ask guiding questions and explain steps, not hand over a finished answer to copy and submit. Every study session also shows up in the Parent Dashboard, so there's no black box between getting help and actually learning the material.

What is HeyOtto?

HeyOtto is an AI platform built for kids and teens. Designed as a safer alternative to general-purpose AI, it gives parents full visibility and control while remaining powerful and useful for the whole family.

Still Have Questions?

Our team is happy to help. Reach out and we'll get back to you quickly.