Step-by-Step Guide to Using Poe.com

Poe.com is a platform that lets you chat with various AI bots for free. This guide is designed specifically for seniors who want to explore AI without paying. Follow these simple steps to get started.

Creating a Free Poe Account

You don’t need a subscription to use Poe—just a free account.

Steps to Sign Up:

1. Visit Poe.com on your computer, tablet, or smartphone.
2. Click "Continue with Google" or "Continue with Email" (whichever is easier for you).
3. If using email:
• Enter your email address.
• Check your inbox for a verification link and click it.
4. You’re now logged in!

Understanding Free vs. Paid Features

With a free account, you can:

• Chat with AI bots like Claude 3.5 Sonnet, GPT-3.5, and others 1.
• Send a limited number of messages per day (varies by bot).
• Try basic AI functions (e.g., answering questions, generating simple text).

Paid features (like GPT-4o or video generation) require a subscription, but you don’t need them to enjoy Poe.

How to Chat with AI Bots for Free

Step 1: Choose a Bot

1. On the Poe homepage, you’ll see different AI bots (e.g., "Claude," "ChatGPT," "Sage").
2. Click on any bot (free options are marked, while paid ones have a "Subscribe" label).

Step 2: Start Typing

1. Type a question (e.g., "What’s the weather today?" or "Tell me a joke").
2. Press Enter or the send button (➤).
3. The bot will reply instantly!

Step 3: Try Different Bots

• Some bots specialize in cooking advice, others in history or tech help.
• Experiment to find your favourite.

Tips to Maximize Free Usage

• Clear old chats (long conversations use more "points").
• Keep messages short (free limits reset daily).
• Use the best free bots:
• Claude 3.5 Sonnet (great for detailed answers).
• ChatGPT-3.5 (good for general questions).
• Sage (helpful for summaries).

Troubleshooting Common Issues

• "You’ve reached your message limit" → Wait a few hours or try a different bot.
• Bot not responding? → Refresh the page.
• Confused about a feature? → Ask the bot itself for help!

Extra: How to Save or Share Chats

• Click the "Share" button to copy a chat link.
• You can email it to friends or save it for later.

Final Advice

Poe is a fun, free way to explore AI. You don’t need to pay to enjoy it—just start chatting! If you ever want more features, Poe offers subscriptions, but the free version is plenty for casual use