AI assistants, also known as AI chatbots, are programs that can talk with you or your child using text or voice to answer questions, create documents and images, and much more. While these tools are highly useful, they are not designed for children and come with a number of risks. This guide provides an overview of the five most popular AI assistants: ChatGPT, Claude, Copilot, Gemini, and Meta AI, along with information about safety options and best practices.