How to Use Private Characters in Multi-Character Chats on ChatFAI

Some users on ChatFAI are still unsure if private characters can join multi-character chats.

The platform doesn’t make it obvious, and there’s no clear guide explaining how to do it. That’s probably why a recent Reddit post caught attention.

The original poster asked if it’s even possible to create multi-character conversations using only private characters.

The answer is yes, but the method isn’t intuitive.

You can’t select private characters from the usual menu in a multi-character setup. Instead, you need to search using their direct links.

Once you understand how that works, it becomes easy to mix private and public characters in any group chat.

Let’s walk through how it works, what limitations to expect, and why this feature matters to users who care about control and privacy.

How to Add Private Characters to Group Chats

To include a private character in a multi-character conversation, you need their direct link. These links are available when you create or view your private character.

Copy the full link to that character’s profile.

Then, open any existing conversation or start a new one. When you go to add another character, don’t browse or scroll. Instead, paste the link into the character search bar.

The private character will appear, even though it’s not listed publicly.

There’s no command syntax or special formatting needed. Just a simple copy and paste into the search field works. This trick functions whether you’re editing an existing chat or building one from scratch.

Some users have reported success using this method even in long-running threads. It works for both private and public characters as long as you have the correct link.

Why This Feature Matters to ChatFAI Users

Many users prefer private characters because they offer more creative freedom. You can build personalities that don’t need to follow community rules or risk being taken down.

But the tradeoff is that these characters stay hidden from search results.

That’s where this workaround makes a big difference. It lets you keep your characters private while still including them in multi-character conversations. You don’t need to publish them just to use them in a group.

This gives more flexibility to writers, roleplayers, and anyone who uses ChatFAI to build custom scenarios.

Whether you’re testing dialogue or running an AI-based story, having full control over who joins the chat matters.

Limitations to Keep in Mind

Even though this method works, there are still a few limits worth knowing. First, the feature isn’t officially documented, so it may change without warning.

If ChatFAI updates how character search works, this trick could stop working or behave differently.

Second, you must have access to the private character’s link. That means you either created the character yourself or the creator shared the link with you.

You can’t search for private characters by name or keywords. Without the direct URL, there’s no way to add them to any conversation.

Lastly, you still face the usual multi-character chat limitations. ChatFAI sometimes struggles with keeping character personalities distinct in group conversations.

The more characters you add, the more likely their speech styles or behaviors start blending. This isn’t specific to private characters, but it’s worth keeping in mind if your goal is clarity or storytelling.

Why This Method Is Worth Using

For users who rely on custom personalities, this method gives back control. You don’t have to compromise privacy or expose your characters just to test them in a group chat.

It also makes it easier to simulate real conversations between your creations, even if they’re not publicly listed.

This approach is especially useful for:

• Writers developing dialogue between fictional characters

• Roleplayers creating private worlds with consistent characters

• Developers testing interactions between AI bots without making them public

It’s a niche feature, but a powerful one. As long as ChatFAI supports direct link-based search, users can keep their projects private without giving up on multi-character dynamics.

The next step would be for the platform to make this feature official and easier to use. Until then, users will keep relying on this workaround to get things done their way.