# Custom Characters
### Creating Custom Characters
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Creating characters based on real people are strictly forbidden and will be deleted without a refund.
This includes celebrities, influencers, public figures, and private individuals.
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#### Getting Started
1. **Navigate to Custom Characters**: Go to the Custom Characters section
2. **Start Creation**: Click "Create New Character"
3. **Follow Creation Flow**: Complete the character creation process
4. **Finalize Character**: Review and finalize your character
#### Creation Process
The custom character creation process involves several steps:
**Step 1: Appearance & Basic Information**
* Select gender and appearance style (realistic or anime)
* Choose physical features
* Customize appearance details
* Select a voice
* Name your character
* Set their age and location
* Review and finalize
* Generate appearance previews
**Step 2: Personality**
* Answer personality questions
* Describe character traits
* Set personality tone
* Define character background
**Step 3: Finalization**
* Review all details
* Make final adjustments
* Complete character creation
* Start chatting!
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You cannot change a custom character's base appearance or personality after creation, so make sure you're happy with them before finalizing.
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### Custom Character Limits
#### Message Limits by Tier
| Tier | Custom Character Messages |
| ------------ | ------------------------- |
| **FREE** | 100 messages TOTAL |
| **PREMIUM** | Unlimited |
| **ULTIMATE** | Unlimited |
#### Creation Limits
* **Creation Cost**: First character is free, 500 moments for any additional characters
* **No Tier Restriction**: All tiers can create custom characters
### Sharing Custom Characters
#### Character Visibility
**Private Characters**
* Only you can chat with them
* Not visible to other users
* Full control over access
**Shared Characters (sharing enabled)**
* Can be shared with others via the share link
* Once another user starts a conversation with your character, you cannot turn this setting off
**Public Characters**
* Other users can discover and chat with them
* Visible in character browsing
#### Making Characters Public
1. **Character Settings**: Go to character settings
2. **Eligibility**: Ensure the requirements are met
3. **Request Public Status**: Submit your character for approval
4. **Review Process**: Wait for the Secrets AI Team to approve your character
#### Sharing Tips
**Before Sharing**
* Test your character thoroughly
* Ensure personality is well-developed
* Check for any issues
* Make sure you're happy with the character
### Advanced + Group Image Generation
Custom characters can use **Advanced image generation** and appear in **group photos**.
#### How to enable it
1. Open the character’s **Settings**
2. Run the settings walkthrough and **select an NSFW photo**
3. Pick the best match from the **4 generated options**
* Choose a photo showing their **full body**, facing **straight on**
#### Cost to enable
* **Public** custom characters: **free**
* **Private** custom characters: **100 moments**
#### Regenerating the Advanced image picture
If you want a better match, you can regenerate the Advanced image picture for **100 moments**.
Once enabled, use the character in:
* Advanced solo images
* Group photo images (up to 3 companions)
Details: see [Image Generation](/create/image-generation.md).
### Troubleshooting Custom Characters
#### Creation Issues
**Character Not Creating**
* Check moment balance (need 500 moments)
* Ensure all required fields completed
* Try refreshing and starting over
* Contact support if persists
### Frequently Asked Questions
**Q: How much does it cost to create a custom character?**
* 500 moments.
**Q: Can FREE users create custom characters?**
* Yes! But they can only send 100 messages total.
**Q: How many custom characters can I create?**
* Unlimited, as long as you have moments (500 per additional character).
**Q: Can I edit my custom character after creation?**
* No, personality and appearance changes require recreation. This is a feature we are working to deliver soon.
**Q: Can I delete custom characters?**
* Yes, you can delete characters you no longer want, so long as they have not been made public or shared with others.
**Q: Can other users chat with my custom characters?**
* Only if you enable sharing and/or make them public. Private characters are only accessible by you.
**Q: Do custom characters remember me?**
* Yes! Custom characters use the same memory system as regular companions.
**Q: How old can my character be?**
* Your character can be between the ages of 18-99. Any attempts to create a character below 18 will be met with a quick ban.
**Q: How do I make my character public?**
* Go to character settings and request public status.
**Q: Can I regenerate my custom character's Advanced image picture?**
* Yes. Regenerating it costs **100 moments**.
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Ready to create? Start building your custom character, or check out [Audio Calls](/create/audio-calls.md) and [Discord Integration](/extra/discord-integration.md)!
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