Question 1

What kind of service is Tikita?

Accepted Answer

Tikita is an interactive chat platform where you enjoy stories by talking with AI characters. You can experience stories in chat form with a wide range of characters created by creators, including romance, fantasy, BL, school stories, and SF, while the AI responds according to each character's personality and world setting. You can use Tikita on the website (tikita.ai) and mobile apps (Android/iOS), and you can log in with one account across multiple devices to continue where you left off.

Question 2

Can I use Tikita for free?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Tikita can be used for free. You can chat with the Lite2.5 model without limits and without spending TIK. More advanced AI models such as Orbit, Aster, and Pro3.1 deduct TIK per chat, but you can receive free TIK in the following ways: Attendance check-in: Receive TIK by visiting daily Quests: Receive TIK rewards by completing missions such as likes, shares, and referrals Watch ads: Get free chat tickets Free recharge station: Earn TIK by participating in offerwalls Invite friends: Rewards through referral codes

Question 3

What genres of characters and stories are available?

Accepted Answer

There are stories in many genres, organized with more than 50 tags, including romance, fantasy, BL, school stories, isekai, historical drama, SF, slice of life, pure romance, and horror. You can explore characters that match your taste using filters such as male-oriented/female-oriented, sorting by popularity or newest, and the voice support filter. Creators continue to add new characters and stories.

Question 4

What age do I need to be to use Tikita?

Accepted Answer

Tikita is available for users age 12 to 13 and older. When Safety Mode is turned on, only all-ages works are shown, and it is applied automatically to minors. Adult-only works can be accessed only after completing adult verification (identity verification).

Question 5

Which AI models can I use?

Accepted Answer

You can choose from 12 or more AI models that differ in price and characteristics. Lite2.5 (free): A fast, lightweight default model Orbit (2 Tiks): Optimized for everyday conversations Aster (4 Tiks): A reasoning model with dense prose Flash3, Gemma4 (4 Tiks): Fast models with strong comprehension Eclipse (6 Tiks): Specialized in emotional descriptions Pro2.5 (8 Tiks), Sonnet4.6, Pro3.1 (10 Tiks): High-performance models Pro3.1+, Sonnet4.6+ (12 Tiks): Top-tier reasoning Opus4.6 (40 Tiks): Highest-grade storytelling model You can set a default model from My Page > Settings, or change the model from the chat room menu.

Question 6

Can I see works by creators I follow in one place?

Accepted Answer

Yes! You can see the latest works from creators you follow in My Page > Manage My Feed > Following Creators. When you follow a creator, that creator's new works are automatically added to this list.

Question 7

How do I delete my account?

Accepted Answer

You can delete your account from My Page > Account Settings > Delete Account. Enter the email address you used to sign up Enter the phrase "Permanently delete account" Final confirmation After deletion, your personal information is anonymized immediately, and only records that must be retained by law, such as payment records, are kept for the required period.

Question 8

How do I complete adult verification?

Accepted Answer

After completing identity verification, you can access adult works by switching Safety Mode OFF. Turning off the Safety toggle in the app header will guide you through verification Only users age 18 or older can be verified

Question 9

I want to change my nickname

Accepted Answer

Tap the profile area on My Page to edit your nickname. The name AI characters call you is changed separately in persona settings (My Page > Persona Settings or the chat room menu panel).

Question 10

Where can I switch between dark mode and light mode?

Accepted Answer

You can switch between dark mode and light mode from My Page > Settings. Light mode is currently in beta, and some screens may display differently.

Question 11

👤 Can I use my account again after deleting it?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can! Tikita keeps accounts safely for a while instead of deleting them immediately, just in case. 💙 🔄 How recovery works Contact us by email Send an account recovery request to support@tikita.ai, and we will check it and prepare your account for recovery if possible. Log in again, and you are done! After you receive confirmation that recovery is ready, log in again with your previous account. Your previous data comes back as it was Conversation history Purchased TIK Favorite characters Everything comes back just as it was! ✨

Question 12

What is the long-term memory note?

Accepted Answer

It is a space where the AI stores information it should remember from conversations with the user. Once enough conversation has accumulated, the AI automatically summarizes the content and updates the note. Default capacity: 10,000 characters Can be expanded step by step up to 50,000 characters with expanded memory (additional TIK required) Long-term memory notes are managed separately for each character

Question 13

What is expanded memory?

Accepted Answer

Expanded memory is a paid feature that increases long-term memory capacity so the AI can remember more of previous conversations. Depending on the model, an additional +1 to 4 TIK is deducted for each message per level Can be expanded up to 4 levels (maximum 50,000 characters) You can activate expanded memory from the chat room menu panel

Question 14

The AI generates my replies for me (impersonation)

Accepted Answer

Because of known limitations of AI language models, the AI may occasionally write the user's lines as well. How to fix it: Add "Do not write the user's dialogue for them" to the long-term memory note Correct it with an OOC message: "(OOC: Don't write my replies for me)" Switching to a higher-tier model can reduce how often this happens

Question 15

The AI suddenly replies in a foreign language

Accepted Answer

This is a known issue where the AI may occasionally mix in foreign languages when replying. How to fix it: Use the edit button on the AI reply to change the foreign-language part into English, then continue the conversation You can also instruct it with OOC: "(OOC: Reply only in English)" This is a model behavior and is unrelated to travel or overseas settings in the conversation

Question 16

Affinity and variables are changing strangely

Accepted Answer

Variables such as affinity are adjusted by the AI based on its interpretation of the conversation context, so exact numeric management may be difficult due to technical limitations. You can directly adjust values with OOC: "(OOC: Set affinity to 80)" Variables are reference indicators for story progress and do not have a decisive effect on the flow of conversation

Question 17

What is the note cleanup (summary) feature?

Accepted Answer

This feature lets the AI organize the content of your long-term memory note and generate a summary (10 TIK per use). Request summary → AI generates a summary Review summary → Apply it with the apply button When applied, the existing note content is replaced with the summary, so middle conversation details may be compressed. Please review the summary before applying it.

Question 18

My message is blocked by a safety filter

Accepted Answer

The AI model's safety filter may block certain content. How to fix it: Temporarily switch to another model, chat for one or two turns, then return to the original model If the same situation repeats, try changing models

Question 19

How do I become a creator?

Accepted Answer

Creator application requirements: Earn at least 500 cumulative TikBack Publish at least 1 story you created yourself Complete identity verification Follow the community guidelines After meeting the requirements, submit a request through 1:1 Customer Support saying, "I would like to apply as a creator." A manager will review your work and let you know whether you are approved. More details: tikita.ai/support/creator-apply

Question 20

What is TikBack?

Accepted Answer

TikBack is a creator reward system. When users spend TIK on chatting with characters, Snap Photos, image unlocks, support, and similar activities, a certain percentage of the TIK spent is automatically accumulated for that creator. Automatically accumulated regardless of creator verification status Gift card exchange is available after completing creator verification You can check earnings in the creator dashboard

Question 21

When are creator earnings settled?

Accepted Answer

Settlement process: Previous day's earnings are calculated every day at 12:10 AM KST 7-day pending confirmation period TikBack is paid after confirmation Exchange for gift cards in the store inside the creator dashboard Chats generated with free TIK from attendance, missions, or events are excluded from settlement. Only paid TIK usage is settled.

Question 22

Can anyone create characters and stories?

Accepted Answer

Yes. After logging in, anyone can create characters and stories from the Create tab. Freely configure character settings, world settings, episodes, images, variables, and more Test chat for free up to 10 times with the default model while private Quickly write introductions, settings, episodes, tags, and more with AI auto-generation features

Question 23

What are the requirements to publish a story?

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To publish a work, all of the following requirements must be met: Set a main image and thumbnail Add at least 1 gallery image with a description Write a public introduction of at least 100 characters Complete at least 10 test chats After meeting the requirements, you can switch the visibility setting to public.

Question 24

How do I set variables and the status window?

Accepted Answer

You can set variables on the story editing screen. Creating variables Four types are supported: number, text, boolean (true/false), and enum (options) Enter the variable name, description, and default value. For number variables, you can also set minimum/maximum values and behavior by range The AI automatically updates variable values based on the conversation Status window display After setting variables, you can display them in a status window at the top of the chat room. Default mode: Automatically lists variable names and values as tags Preset mode: Choose from 13 presets such as RPG stats, affinity, and pixel retro (no coding required) Custom mode: Freely design it by writing HTML yourself Template helpers In custom mode, you can use 11 template features including conditional branches, math operations, and formatting helpers. When you press the "Copy AI guide" button on the story editing screen, a reference you can paste into an external AI to create a custom status window is copied.

Question 25

Can I publish the same work on other platforms too?

Accepted Answer

Yes. It is the creator's right to freely use works they created themselves across multiple platforms. There are no separate restrictions.

Question 26

What is the post feature?

Accepted Answer

Posts are a community feature where creators can write posts and communicate with fans. You can write them from the Posts tab on the creator page You can attach text (up to 5,000 characters) and images Regular users can participate with comments and likes Private (secret) comments are also supported

Question 27

Where can I contact support?

Accepted Answer

If you have questions while using Tikita, please feel free to contact us anytime! 💌 📞 Contact methods 1:1 Customer Support (recommended) You can contact us directly from MY > 1:1 Customer Support. Email support support@tikita.ai AI support responds first 24/7. Our team usually reviews on weekdays during 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM KST and may follow up outside those hours when possible. 💡 Tips for a faster reply If you include the following information when contacting us, we can help you faster: A screenshot of the screen where the issue occurred When it happened (date and time) What device you are using (iPhone, Android phone, PC, etc.) Inquiries sent on weekends or at night are answered in order on the next business day. Please wait just a little! 🙏

Question 28

How do I use OOC (Out Of Character)?

Accepted Answer

You can give direct instructions to the AI by entering them inside parentheses. This feature is called OOC (Out Of Character)! 😊 🎯 How to use it When entering a message, write the instruction you want inside parentheses. 💡 Examples Stop choices/questions: "(OOC: Don't present choices. Continue the conversation naturally)" Guide episode transition: "(OOC: Move on to the next episode)" Correct character name: "(OOC: Always call the character by the full name 'Kang Tae-joo')" Prevent impersonation: "(OOC: Don't write my lines for me)" Adjust tone/atmosphere: "(OOC: Speak more warmly)" ✨ Tip Higher-tier models tend to follow OOC instructions better. If you save OOC instructions in the long-term memory note, you do not need to enter them every time!

Question 29

Can I generate images during chat?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Tap the camera icon during chat to turn the current scene into an image. 📸 🎨 Snap Photo / Snap Scene When you tap the camera icon on the chat screen, the AI generates an image based on the current conversation scene. ⚠️ Notes If image generation fails, TIK is not spent! If it gets stuck on "Generating," leaving the chat room and entering again will resolve it. Some images may be blurred in accordance with South Korean law.

Question 30

How do episodes switch?

Accepted Answer

Episodes can switch automatically or manually! 📖 🔄 Automatic transition When the transition conditions set by the creator are met, the story automatically moves to the next episode. If no transition conditions are set, the AI naturally follows the episode title. ✋ Manual transition You can guide the transition with an OOC command. Example: "(OOC: Move on to the next episode)" 💡 Note Up to 20 current episodes are supported. Transition conditions may differ by work.

Question 31

Can I edit AI replies?

Accepted Answer

Yes! You can directly edit the AI's last reply. ✏️ 📝 Note edit feature You can edit the AI's last reply however you want. After editing, the AI continues the conversation based on the edited content. You can also press the restore button to return to the original content. ⚠️ Note Only AI replies (the last message) can be edited. Messages you sent yourself cannot be edited.

Question 32

Can I change screen settings?

Accepted Answer

Yes! You can change various screen settings however you like. 🌓 🎨 Light mode / Dark mode You can switch between light mode and dark mode from My Page > Settings. 🔤 Font size & screen size Open the menu panel in a chat room to adjust font size and screen size separately. 🖼️ Customize chat room background You can also change the chat room background to your taste! Switch background mode: Toggle from default image to minimal to remove the background image. Change background color: Press the "eye" icon at the top right and move the < > chevrons at the bottom to use various background colors.

Question 33

The model changes every time. Can I set a default model?

Accepted Answer

Yes! You can set a default model from My Page. ⚙️ 📝 How to set it Go to My Page. Tap the Settings menu. Choose the model you want from "Default model". After setting it, that model will be applied automatically when you start a new conversation!

Question 34

Can I press send without entering a message?

Accepted Answer

Yes! This is an intentional "continue" feature. 😊 📝 What is the continue feature? If you press the send button while the message box is empty, the AI naturally continues with the next part based on the previous conversation flow. This feature was created because many users requested it! ⚠️ Please note Sending an empty message consumes TIK just like a normal message. Please be careful not to tap it by mistake!

Question 35

Why are images blurred or mosaicked?

Accepted Answer

To comply with South Korean law, images where certain body parts are exposed are automatically blurred. Not all adult images are blurred. Blurring is applied only when the detection system recognizes those areas.

Question 36

Is TIK spent if image generation fails?

Accepted Answer

No. If image generation fails, TIK is not deducted. If it stays on "Generating" for a long time, leave the chat room and enter again, and it will be cleaned up automatically.

Question 37

How do I unlock secret images?

Accepted Answer

Secret images can be unlocked in two ways: Automatic unlock during conversation: The AI unlocks them automatically according to story progress (free) Direct purchase in the gallery: Purchase them from the character gallery with TIK or image unlock tickets Images you unlock once are kept permanently.

Question 38

What is the Aster & Orbit Pass?

Accepted Answer

It is a subscription product that lets you chat with the Aster and Orbit models for 28 days without spending TIK (2,390 TIK). Benefits included in the pass: No TIK deducted when chatting with the Aster and Orbit models Image unlock tickets Snap Photo tickets Additional features such as expanded memory require separate TIK usage.

Question 39

I have a pass, but I see a "used up" notification

Accepted Answer

Passes are subject to a fair use policy. If your usage is excessive and falls within the top 5% of all users, a weekly limit may apply. When the weekly limit is used up: Your owned TIK may be deducted automatically, or You can switch to another model and continue using the service The limit is refreshed every week, so after it refreshes, you can chat with your pass again.

Question 40

How do I check my remaining weekly pass limit?

Accepted Answer

You can check the remaining weekly pass limit as a percentage (%) from My Page > View Details.

Question 41

What types of tickets are there?

Accepted Answer

Separate from TIK, there are tickets used for specific features: Image unlock ticket: Unlock secret images Snap Photo ticket: Generate AI images during chat Pro3.1 ticket: Chat with the Pro3.1 model Long-term memory expansion ticket: Expand long-term memory capacity Chat ticket: Free chat ticket obtained by watching ads You can check your tickets from My Page > Tickets > View Details.

Question 42

Where can I check my tickets?

Accepted Answer

Tap My Page > Tickets > View Details to check the types and quantities of tickets you currently have.

Question 43

Can I buy multiple passes at the same time?

Accepted Answer

No. If you already have a pass, you cannot purchase another one. You can purchase again after your current pass expires.

Question 44

What is a Tik?

Accepted Answer

Tik is Tikita’s in-app point currency. It is deducted when you use premium features such as AI chat, image generation, and voice generation. Purchased Tik: Tik added through a direct purchase. It can also be used for support, pass purchases, and more. Free Tik: Tik received through attendance, missions, ad rewards, referrals, events, and similar programs. It can be used for basic features such as AI chat. Tik usage order Tik with the shortest expiration period is used first. When expiration dates are the same, free Tik is used before purchased Tik. Expiration period Attendance Tik: 14 days Other free Tik: generally 6 months Purchased Tik: 1 year Not every Tik grant comes with a notification 30 days before expiration, and the expiration date of each grant may not be shown on a separate page. You can view your Tik usage and recharge history under Shop > Recharge History in the app.

Question 45

How much does TIK cost?

Accepted Answer

Main packages on the website (tikita.ai): | Package | Price | TIK | |--------|------|----| | Starter | KRW 2,000 | 200 TIK | | Mini | KRW 4,900 | 500+10 TIK | | Small | KRW 9,600 | 1,000+40 TIK | | Value | KRW 28,000 | 3,000+200 TIK | | Popular | KRW 46,000 | 5,000+400 TIK | | Pro | KRW 90,000 | 10,000+1,000 TIK | Additional bonus TIK is provided on your first payment. App store payments through Google Play or Apple may be more expensive than web payments because of store fees.

Question 46

Are there ways to get free TIK?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can receive free Tik in several ways. Attendance check-in: Receive Tik by visiting daily (extra bonus when push notifications are enabled) Quests: Rewards for completing missions such as decorating your profile, likes, shares, and referrals Watch ads: Get free chat tickets Free recharge station: Offerwall-style Tik earning service Invite friends: The invitee receives 100 Tik after registering the code and completing verification; the inviter receives 200 Tikback after the invitee completes 25 valid chats Events: Receive Tik by writing an app review or joining sharing events Event Tik received for free expires after 6 months, and attendance Tik expires after 2 weeks. Tik with the shortest expiration period is used first.

Question 47

Why are app store prices different from web prices?

Accepted Answer

When you make in-app payments through Google Play or the Apple App Store, an approximately 30% store fee is charged. This fee is reflected in the in-app price, making it higher. If you pay on the website (tikita.ai), you can purchase at a lower price without store fees.

Question 48

Where can I check my TIK recharge and usage history?

Accepted Answer

Tap Shop menu at the bottom of the app > "Recharge History" button at the top right to check your TIK recharge and usage history.

Question 49

Is TIK spent if a chat is interrupted by an error?

Accepted Answer

No. If a conversation is interrupted because of a server error, AI provider outage, or similar issue, TIK is automatically refunded. Refunds are processed immediately, and no separate request is needed.

Question 50

Can I pay in installments?

Accepted Answer

On the website (tikita.ai), interest-free credit card installments are available for payments of KRW 50,000 or more. Installment conditions differ by card issuer and can be checked on the payment screen.

Question 51

How do I request a refund?

Accepted Answer

If it has been within 7 days of payment and you have not used the recharged TIK yet, you can request a refund. For details, please check the Refund Policy page! 📝 What to prepare Payment information Payment receipt or order number Bank account information for the refund Contact information Refund reason Email address where we can reach you ⏰ Processing time After we receive your refund request, it usually takes about 2 to 3 days. Weekends and holidays are excluded, and requests are processed in order, so please wait just a little! 🙏

Question 52

Is my data protected safely?

Accepted Answer

Of course! Tikita protects your valuable information with secure systems. We also carefully manage our Privacy Policy and Youth Protection Policy. 🔐 Tips for safe use Change your password regularly If you use social login such as Google or Kakao, please change that account's password from time to time. Be careful on shared devices If you logged in on a PC cafe computer or a friend's phone, be sure to log out after using it. Auto login is safest only on your own devices! 📢 When policies change If the Privacy Policy changes, we will notify you in advance through Notices. It is important, so please check it occasionally! ✨

Question 53

What are quests?

Accepted Answer

You can receive TIK rewards by completing various missions in the Quests tab. Quest types: Referral quests: Rewards for inviting friends Weekly quests: Missions refreshed every week Achievements: Rewards based on cumulative activity Mission ads: Earn TIK by participating in ads Daily missions reset every day at 6:00 AM KST, and weekly missions cannot be completed more than once within the same cycle.

Question 54

I liked my own work, but the quest was not completed

Accepted Answer

Likes and comments on your own works (stories/posts) do not count toward quests. You need to engage with another creator's work (story/post) to complete the quest. This policy helps keep community activity fair.

Question 55

My achievement progress is not increasing

Accepted Answer

Chats with free models such as Lite2.5 do not count toward chat-related achievements. You need to chat with paid models such as Orbit or Aster for achievement progress to increase.

Question 56

I did not receive my mission ad reward

Accepted Answer

Mission ads (the free recharge station) are operated through partner services. If your reward was not credited: Tap the "Contact us about missing reward" button in that ad's detail modal to inquire directly The partner company will check and handle the request Tikita Customer Support cannot directly handle partner ad rewards.

Question 57

What are the refund conditions for TIK?

Accepted Answer

You can receive a full refund if it has been within 7 days of payment and you have not used any of the TIK from that purchase. Refunds are not available if even 1 TIK has been used, except when Tikita is responsible for the issue In some cases, a partial refund may be possible after deducting the amount used To request a refund, contact 1:1 Customer Support or email support@tikita.ai

Question 58

How do pass refunds work?

Accepted Answer

Pass refund standards: If unused: Full refund If partially used: Refund of the remaining amount after deducting the number of chats used × 4 TIK, and recovery of add-on products such as image unlock tickets Please submit refund requests through 1:1 Customer Support.

Question 59

How do I request an Apple App Store refund?

Accepted Answer

Apple App Store payments are handled directly by Apple. Go to reportaproblem.apple.com Select the relevant payment Enter the refund reason and submit Tikita Customer Support cannot directly refund Apple payments.

Question 60

How do I request a Google Play refund?

Accepted Answer

Google Play payments can be refunded directly by Tikita Customer Support. Please request a refund through 1:1 Customer Support or support@tikita.ai with your payment information.

Question 61

📅 How do I check in for attendance?

Accepted Answer

Tap the attendance button once per day from the home screen or the My > Attendance menu to receive TIK! 💰 ⏰ Attendance window From 6:00 AM until 2:00 AM the next day You can check in starting at 6:00 AM Korean time. If you forget, you can still check in for the previous day until 2:00 AM the next day! 📌 Please note Attendance is counted only once per day. Pressing multiple times does not give extra rewards You can check your reward again on the attendance completion screen or the Recharge History page

Question 62

📅 How are attendance rewards paid?

Accepted Answer

Complete attendance check-in to receive a base reward of 10 Tik each day. Reward Rules Base attendance reward: 10 Tik once per day Push notification bonus: +10 Tik when push notifications are allowed and an active subscription is registered Check-in window: 6:00 AM - next day 2:00 AM KST We do not currently run X2 or X3 multiplier bonuses on specific days such as day 3 or day 7. You can check the exact reward amount on the attendance screen and the completion screen.

Question 63

How do I use a referral code?

Accepted Answer

You can view your referral code or enter a friend's code from My > Referral Code. A friend's referral code can be entered within 7 days of signing up. Benefits for both sides Invited friend The invited friend receives 100 Tik after entering the referral code and completing identity verification (phone-number verification outside Korea). Inviter The inviter receives 200 Tikback after the friend registers the code, completes verification, and finishes 25 valid chats. Rewards are processed automatically after all requirements are met and may take some time to appear. Please remember A referral code can be entered only once per account Rewards may not be paid when the same person participates with multiple accounts Current reward requirements and event details are available on the Friend Invite Event page

Question 64

What is Safety Mode?

Accepted Answer

Safety Mode filters content so that only all-ages works are shown. It is automatically applied to minors You can turn it on or off with the toggle at the top right of the main screen Adult verification is required to turn Safety Mode off