Is the Rice Purity Test Safe and Anonymous?

Before you tick 100 very personal statements, it's fair to ask: who can see my answers? Here's what happens to them, and what to look out for.

Quick answer

Yes, the Rice Purity Test is safe to take, and on this site it is anonymous. The test runs entirely in your browser: your answers are never sent to our server, never saved, and disappear when you close or refresh the page. You don't need an account or an email address, and it's free. Other websites can work differently, so check for sign-up walls and a privacy policy before you answer. The test covers sex, alcohol, drugs and the law, so it is meant for adults (18+).

Key takeaways

On this site, your answers stay in your browser and are never sent or stored.
No sign-up, no email and no payment are needed to take the test.
Other sites may work differently, so check before you answer.
Share only your score, never your ticked statements, if you share at all.

Is the Rice Purity Test safe to take?

Yes. The test is a list of 100 yes/no statements, and taking it doesn't involve downloading anything or handing over personal details. The main things to think about are where you take it and what you choose to share afterwards.

The statements cover dating, sex, alcohol, drugs and breaking the law, so the test is meant for adults (18+). If you'd rather not answer a statement honestly, you can simply close the page: nothing is kept.

Is it anonymous on this site?

Yes. Here's exactly what happens when you take the test on this site:

Your answers stay on your device. The test runs in your web browser, and the statements you tick are never sent to our server.
Nothing is saved. Your answers aren't stored anywhere, so when you close or refresh the page, they're gone.
No account needed. You never have to give a name, email address or phone number.
Analytics only count visits. Like most websites, we use Google Analytics to see things like which pages are visited and roughly which country visitors come from. It does not receive your answers or your score.

You can read the details in our privacy policy.

What to check on other Rice Purity Test sites

Many websites offer the test, and they don't all work the same way. Before you start answering, look for:

Sign-up walls. The classic test never needs an account or an email address. Be wary of any site that asks for one before showing your result.
A privacy policy that says what happens to your answers.
Requests to post or share your answers automatically. Sharing should always be your choice.
Payment. The test is free; you shouldn't have to pay to see your score.

Some sites also change the questions or scoring. Read which version is the original if you want the classic test.

Is the Rice Purity Test real and free?

It's real in the sense that it's a long-running quiz that started in Rice University's student newspaper, but it isn't official: Rice University doesn't run any of the websites, including this one. It's also free: you never need to pay to take it or see your result. For what the score can and can't tell you, read is the Rice Purity Test accurate?

Is the Rice Purity Test bad for you?

For most people it's a light-hearted game. But it's worth remembering:

Your score isn't a grade. It counts experiences; it says nothing about your worth or character. See is a high or low score better?
You don't have to compare. If talking about scores with friends feels uncomfortable, you can keep yours to yourself.
Some statements can bring things up. If any question reminds you of something that happened without your consent or that still upsets you, that matters far more than any score. Talking to someone you trust can help.

How to share your score safely

Share the number only, never a screenshot of your ticked statements.
Don't post other people's scores without asking them first.
On a shared device, close or refresh the page when you're done.

Taking it as a group? Read how to take the Rice Purity Test with friends.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Rice Purity Test anonymous?

On this site, yes. Your answers stay in your browser and are never sent to our server or saved. Other sites may work differently, so check their privacy policy.

Can anyone see my Rice Purity Test answers?

Not on this site. Your answers are never sent or stored, so nobody, including us, can see them. They disappear when you close or refresh the page.