Youper is an artificial intelligence application that uses conversational techniques to help users reflect on their emotional well-being. Youper is not a therapist, not a medical device, and is not a substitute for professional mental health care. Youper is intended for adult users only and is not designed or intended for use by minors.
AI Disclosure: Youper is powered entirely by artificial intelligence. You are interacting with an AI system, not a human. All responses are generated by AI and have not been reviewed by a licensed mental health professional.
Age Restriction: Youper is intended for users aged 18 and older. Youper is not designed or intended for use by minors. Companion chatbots, including Youper, may not be suitable for some minors. Parents and guardians should be aware that this application is not intended for individuals under 18 years of age.
If You or Someone You Know Is in Crisis
If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, suicidal thoughts, or thoughts of self-harm, please contact one of the following resources immediately:
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — Call or text 988 (available 24/7)
Crisis Text Line — Text HOME to 741741
Emergency Services — Call 911
Youper is not an emergency service and cannot provide crisis intervention. If you are in immediate danger, please call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room.
In accordance with California law (SB 243), Youper maintains the following protocol for preventing the production of suicidal ideation, suicide, or self-harm content:
Detection. Youper’s AI system is designed to identify expressions of suicidal ideation, suicide, or self-harm in user conversations. When such expressions are detected, the system is configured to avoid generating content that could encourage, validate, or reinforce suicidal thoughts or self-harm behaviors.
Crisis Referral. When a user expresses suicidal ideation, suicide, or self-harm, Youper provides a notification referring the user to crisis service providers, including the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (call or text 988) and the Crisis Text Line (text HOME to 741741).
Content Safeguards. Youper’s system includes safeguards designed to prevent the AI from producing responses that contain instructions, encouragement, or detailed content related to methods of self-harm or suicide.
Age Restriction. Youper is intended for adult users (18+) only. Youper does not knowingly provide services to minors. If Youper becomes aware that a user is under 18, access may be restricted.
Limitations. Youper is an AI application and has inherent limitations. Its detection systems are not infallible and may not identify all expressions of distress. Youper is not a substitute for professional mental health care, crisis intervention, or emergency services. Users experiencing a mental health crisis should contact the resources listed above.