Can I use my own avatar in VRChat?

Yes, you absolutely can use your own custom avatar in VRChat, which is a core feature, but it requires using the VRChat Creator Companion (VCC), Unity, and the VRChat Software Development Kit (SDK), allowing you to import 3D models, add expressions, and upload them for use in the game. You can create them from scratch or find pre-made ones, but all custom avatars need to go through the SDK in Unity to be uploaded and configured.
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How do I use my own avatar in VRChat?

If you're runing VRChat from the same computer that you are editing your avatar on, you can use the ``Build & Test'' button to store a local copy of the avatar, and then from VRChat you go to the ``Other'' section of your avatars to actually apply the SDK avatar.
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Can I use any avatar in VRChat?

If you want an avatar specifically for VRChat, make sure that it is tagged for use in VRChat. The store has an extensive collection of avatars that are sure to impress your friends and strangers alike. Once you've made your purchase, you'll receive a link to your purchase order where you can download your avatar.
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Can you get banned for using a NSFW avatar in VRChat?

For Creators: If an avatar or world is incorrectly left unmarked as NSFW, the creator should receive a warning. After two warnings, a temporary or permanent upload ban could follow.
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How to import a custom model to VRChat?

To upload a VRChat model, use the VRChat Creator Companion (VCC) to set up a new "Avatar 2022" project in the correct Unity version, import your avatar's Unity package (and any required shaders/dependencies like Modular Avatar), open the avatar scene, log into the VRChat SDK Control Panel, fill in details like name/warnings, and hit "Build & Publish". This process works for PC, and you can enable the Android build for Quest compatibility, but remember you need significant playtime to upload. 
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How to upload avatar to VRChat in 2025 (Creator Companion), PC, Quest, Mobile and iOs Unity tutorial

Can I make NSFW avatars in VRChat?

Creation or usage of “NSFW”1 avatars is prohibited by the VRChat Terms of Service, no matter the instance type. 1 Defined as “objectionable content” in the VRChat Terms of Service section 9.4.
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Can I create an avatar from a photo?

Create Stunning 3D Avatars from a Selfie

Bring your digital identity to life with MetaPerson Creator, a powerful 3D avatar builder that transforms a single selfie into a fully customizable avatar. Choose between realistic and cartoon styles and personalize every detail, from facial features to outfits.
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What does ERP mean in VRChat?

In VRChat, ERP stands for "Erotic Roleplay," meaning users engage in virtual interactions, often using custom avatars in private worlds, to simulate sexual or romantic scenarios, fulfilling desires for intimacy and connection in a fantasy setting, separate from reality, though this activity must be kept private as NSFW content violates VRChat's Terms of Service. 
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What gets you banned on VRChat?

VRChat Wiki bans

Misconduct, or active defiance against implemented VRCWiki rules and policies, on either the VRChat Wiki, or the VRChat Wiki Discord server could lead to suspension of those accounts.
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Can I create my own VRChat model?

There are two ways to create an avatar: You can use an avatar creation tool to create simple avatars without Unity. You can use the Creator Companion to install Unity, install the VRChat Software Development Kit (SDK), and to upload a custom avatar.
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How do I turn off cloning in VRChat?

To turn off avatar cloning in VRChat, open your VRChat menu (escape key on desktop), go to Settings, navigate to the Safety & Comfort tab (or just the Avatar section), and toggle the "Allow Avatar Cloning" option off; this stops others from directly copying your current avatar, though private avatars are never cloneable by default.
 
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Why can't I use some avatars in VRChat?

Avatars are being Performance Blocked

Additionally, you may be blocking all avatars below a certain Performance Rank or above a certain Download Size. You can adjust this by navigating to the 'Settings' page, navigating to the 'Avatars' menu and changing your settings under 'Avatar Optimizations'.
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Can I use copyrighted avatars in VRChat?

VRChat's policy is (i) to respond expeditiously to valid, DMCA-compliant notifications of claimed copyright infringement by removing, or disabling access to, any material on our website or the Service that is claimed to be infringing or to be the subject of infringing activity, and (ii) in appropriate circumstances, to ...
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Is VR healthy for your eyes?

VR isn't inherently "good" or "bad" for your eyes, but prolonged use causes temporary digital eye strain (dryness, fatigue, headaches) due to reduced blinking and focusing on a close screen, though it lacks evidence of permanent damage and might be less stressful than phones for some. Taking frequent breaks (20-20-20 rule), adjusting settings (IPD), and ensuring proper fit are key to minimizing discomfort, with breaks recommended every 20-90 minutes to rest your eyes.
 
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How to get 18+ verification on VRChat?

To verify 18+ in VRChat, you need to use the third-party service Persona by submitting a government ID (like a passport or driver's license) and completing a "liveliness check" (face scan) via your phone or webcam to confirm your age, currently requiring VRC+ subscription, though this process grants access to age-gated content and instances, not requiring ongoing payment after the initial verification. 
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Is NSFW content allowed in VRChat?

No, VRChat's Terms of Service (ToS) officially prohibit all NSFW (Not Safe For Work) content, even in private instances, defining it as objectionable or sexually explicit material. However, enforcement is stricter in public spaces; while technically against rules, some adult users operate in age-verified or private groups (like Friends+ or Invite-only) with consent, relying on the lack of public reports to avoid action, though any public visibility or reports can lead to bans. 
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What does "sars" mean in VRChat?

Shrek Avatar Recovery System (S.A.R.S)

S.A.R.S is an avatar recovery tool! It is only for educational uses! We do not condone theft of avatars, the tool soley exists to recover avatars from within VRChat back onto new accounts and into their unity packages keeping as much of the avatar in-tact as possible!
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Is VRChat phantom touch real?

Phantom sense (or "phantom touch") is a psychological phenomena experienced among some VRChat users, where one may perceive physical sensations from actions and stimuli, from their avatar within virtual reality.
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How do I build my own avatar?

To make an avatar, choose a creator tool (like Adobe Express, Canva, Ready Player Me, Meta/Facebook, Samsung, or specialized AI apps), select a style (realistic, cartoon, 3D), and customize features like face, hair, and outfits using templates or by uploading photos/videos for AI generation. The process involves picking a base, personalizing it with options like skin tone, hairstyle, and clothes, and then saving or using it on social media, games, or for video content. 
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Can you copyright an avatar?

Copyright protects original works of authorship, such as artwork, designs, and written expressions. If you have created an original avatar or character, copyright automatically applies to the artistic expression, such as the character's design, animation, or 3D model.
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What avatar app is everyone using?

Currently, Lensa AI is the avatar app everyone is using, particularly for its artificial intelligence capabilities in photo editing.
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