• Activities first — You connect through what you're doing, not a profile feed.
• No profile photos — Auto-generated avatars only; optional bio.
• In person — The app coordinates the meetup; conversation happens offline.
• Low pressure — Browse, join when ready, leave if it doesn't fit. RSVPs aren't required.
• Privacy — Ephemeral activity chat, no follower graph. We don't sell your data.

Many event apps center on RSVPs and gatherings planned days or weeks ahead. Joiyin emphasizes spontaneous and near-term activities near you: browse by distance, time, or category; join with low commitment; leave anytime. You can still post activities up to 30 days ahead. Joiyin is not affiliated with Meetup or other third-party event products — product names appear only to describe a familiar category.

Full comparison: Joiyin and RSVP-first event apps.

Joiyin is not a dating app. It's built for real-world activities and low-pressure connection — friends, activity partners, community, or something that might turn romantic later. The product doesn't optimize for any one of those outcomes.

That said, many people like meeting without profile photos or weeks of texting first. A few differences from swipe-first apps:

• No photo judgment - Connect based on shared interests, not carefully curated photos
• Meet in person first - Skip weeks of texting. See if there's chemistry when you're actually doing something together
• No endless DMs - Messages automatically delete 24 hours after the activity ends, keeping the focus on real-world connection
• Group activities - Meet in a low-pressure group setting, then see where things go naturally

You can use Joiyin for friendships, activity partners, community, or something that might turn romantic later. The app doesn't push you toward any one outcome — it gets you to the activity.

Open Joiyin and browse activities near your current location by category, time, or distance. The feed is built for what's happening now or soon — most activities are within the next few hours, though you can also post things up to 30 days ahead. Join an activity to see the exact location and chat; leave anytime if it isn't a fit. If nothing nearby looks right, post what you want to do so others can join you.

👀 Want to see what's out there?
Browse activities near you (no sign-up required!)

Check what activities are currently posted to get inspiration for what to create!

• Always meet in public places
• Tell someone where you're going
• Trust your instincts. Leave if something feels off
• Read our full safety guidelines

Your safety is our top priority. Here's how we protect you:

Location Privacy:

• Your device location is used only when you choose to use location features (finding nearby activities, creating at your current location)
• Location is not tracked continuously or stored. We only check it when you use these features
• Non-participants never see exact meeting spots. They see an approximate area (within 500m radius)
• Participants see the precise meeting location 2 hours before the activity starts
• No location history. We don't keep a record of where you've been

Control Who Participates:

• Activity hosts can remove disruptive users from their activities
• Banned users cannot rejoin activities they've been removed from
• You're always in control of who attends your events

Report Suspicious Behavior:

• Report button on every user profile
• Admins are automatically notified when reports reach thresholds
• Multiple report categories for different violation types

Privacy by Design:

• No profile photos, ever. Everyone uses auto-generated avatars (you can regenerate yours anytime)
• Optional bio. Share as much or as little as you want
• Your activity history is limited (only recent activities shown)
• No followers, friend lists, or social graphs
• Messages automatically delete 24 hours after the activity ends

Account Security:

• Email verification required before you can use the app
• Strong password requirements enforced
• Secure email-based password reset

Joiyin uses a two-tier location privacy system to protect users from stalking and location farming:

📍 Before Joining:

• Activity locations show as approximate areas (within 500 meters)
• You see the general neighborhood, not the exact address
• This prevents people from browsing activities to collect location data

🔒 After Joining:

• You'll see the exact location 2 hours before the activity starts
• This time delay prevents bad actors from collecting addresses in advance
• The activity creator can still share specific details (like "meet at north entrance") in the group chat anytime

How this protects you:

• Prevents stalking by limiting who can see exact addresses and when
• Stops location farming (joining many activities just to collect data)
• Maintains audit trail of all join/leave events for security
• Balances privacy with practical coordination needs

For hosts:

• Creators can share specifics in activity chat when it helps
• Trust-based coordination allows flexibility for people who actually show up

No continuous tracking, but here's how location works:

When Location IS Used:

• When you search for "activities near me"
• When you create an activity at your current location
• When you want to see distances to activities
• When you center the map on your location

When Location is NOT Used:

• When browsing all activities (not filtered by distance)
• When viewing activity details
• When chatting in activities
• When viewing profiles

Important:

• Location is checked only when you use these specific features
• No background tracking. We don't monitor your location when you're not using the app
• No location history. We don't store where you've been
• You can use the app fully without granting location permission (you just won't see distance-based features)

Yes! The app works fully without location permission.

Without location, you can:

• Browse all activities globally
• Search activities by keyword or category
• Create activities (manually enter location)
• Join activities and chat with participants
• View profiles and build trust score

What you'll miss:

• Distance calculations ("X km away")
• "Near me" filtering
• One-tap "create at my current location"
• Map centering on your position

You decide which features matter to you. Location permission is entirely optional.

This is intentional for your safety and privacy:

• Harder to identify you in real-world settings unless someone has already met you
• Prevents catfishing and fake profiles (everyone uses the same avatar system)
• Reduces superficial judgments based on appearance
• Protects your privacy (no photos linked to your account)

You can regenerate your avatar anytime to get a new look, but the system keeps everyone on equal footing.

If you notice concerning behavior:

1. Immediate Action: Kick/ban the user from specific activities you host
2. Report the User: Use the report button on their profile
3. Pattern Detection: Multiple reports trigger automatic admin review
4. Limited Visibility: Your full activity history isn't visible to others

While we don't have a global block feature yet, the combination of activity-level bans and admin reporting helps protect against stalking behavior. Admins take repeat offenders seriously.

No. Your participation history is private:

• Only 3-5 of your most recent activities are shown on your profile
• Others cannot see your full activity history
• There's no "who viewed my profile" feature
• We don't display follower counts or social connections

The limited information visible helps prevent stalking while still building enough trust for real-world meetups.

We require minimal information:

Required:

• Username (for identification)
• Real name (for real-world safety. People need to know who they're meeting)
• Email (for account security, never displayed publicly)
• Auto-generated avatar (no photos allowed)

Optional:

• Bio (share as much or as little as you want)

We require real names because Joiyin is for real-world meetups. Knowing who you're meeting is essential for safety. But we don't allow photos. Everyone uses auto-generated avatars for privacy and equality.

Your account is protected with:

• Email verification required before you can use the app
• Strong password requirements (minimum length, complexity)
• Secure password reset via email verification
• No password storage (passwords are hashed using industry-standard encryption)

You have full control over your data:

• All your activities are permanently deleted
• Your messages are removed from chats
• Your profile is permanently removed
• Your account cannot be recovered after deletion

See our Privacy Policy for complete details on data handling and deletion.

• Be specific when creating activities (clear time and location)
• Show up to activities you join
• Start small - coffee or a walk are great first activities
• Be open to meeting different people
• Give it time - it works best when there are active users in your area

• Share the invite link - Every activity has a shareable link you can send to friends or post on social media
• Post at optimal times (evenings and weekends are popular)
• Choose accessible public locations
• Write clear, welcoming descriptions
• Be patient. It takes time to build local community

Something for today is a lightweight, low-pressure prompt inside Joiyin. Each day shows one optional idea meant to be noticed rather than completed — useful when you want a calm nudge before joining a group activity, or when you simply want to stay present in your day. There are no streaks, scores, or leaderboards, and nothing records whether you acted on the idea.

You can open it directly here (no account required to try): Open Something for today. Product announcement: Something for Today press release.

Almost anything that brings people together in person:

• Coffee or meals
• Sports and fitness
• Study or work sessions
• Outdoor adventures
• Games and hobbies
• Community events
• Creative projects

Avoid activities that violate our terms of service or community guidelines.

Life happens, and we get that! If you can't make it, just let participants know in the chat. They'll understand if you have a legitimate reason (car trouble, family emergency, etc.), and they can still enjoy the location and activity even if you're not there.

The only time there's a penalty is if:

1. You don't show up, AND
2. You don't communicate with participants, AND
3. 30% of participants vote that you didn't attend

Even then, you only lose the +3 points you got for creating the activity. You don't go negative.

After an activity ends, participants have 24 hours to report if the host didn't show up. It takes 30% of participants to agree before any penalty applies.

Examples:

• 3 participants → 1 vote needed (33%)
• 5 participants → 2 votes needed (40%)
• 10 participants → 3 votes needed (30%)

This prevents false reports from a single upset person while still holding hosts accountable.

Just communicate! Send a message in the activity chat:

"Hey everyone, my car broke down and I can't make it. You should still go to the park though—it's beautiful at sunset! So sorry for the inconvenience."

Participants almost always understand legitimate reasons. Communication is key.

The voting system is self-regulating. The community decides what’s reasonable based on the situation.

You only lose the +3 points you earned for creating the activity. You don't get extra penalties, and you can't go negative from this.

Point breakdown:

• Create activity: +3 points
• Successfully host (people show up): +5 bonus points
• Don't show without explanation: -3 points (removes creation bonus)

Yes! You can delete an activity anytime. There's a small penalty (-3 points) to discourage last-minute cancellations, but participants will be notified automatically so they don't show up expecting you.

Tip: If you delete early, participants have time to adjust their plans. If you delete right before, let them know in chat first!

Don't be afraid to create activities! The system is designed to be forgiving and community-driven. If you communicate and are honest about your situation, people understand. The penalty only applies when someone consistently no-shows without explanation.

Remember: The goal is authentic connections, not perfect attendance. Life is unpredictable, and that's okay. Just keep people in the loop! 🌟

• Check your spam/junk folder
• Make sure you entered the correct email address
• Try requesting a new verification code
• Contact support@joiyin.com if issues persist

iOS and Android: We build toward offline-first behavior on native apps—caching and sync help when the network is weak or drops; you still need to get back online for full discovery and server-backed actions.

Web: Joiyin in the browser is online-first: use an active internet connection for core features (browsing, posting, chat). It does not offer the same offline resilience as the native apps.

Messages sync when you’re back online.

We're growing! Joiyin launched recently and we're building momentum city by city. You can help by:

• Creating activities regularly
• Inviting friends to join
• Sharing Joiyin on social media
• Being patient as the community grows

Joiyin will always be free to use. We're building a sustainable business through:

• Activity boosts - Users can optionally pay to boost their activities for more visibility
• Business partnerships - Local businesses and organizations can sponsor activities
• Future optional features - Additional paid features that enhance (but aren't required for) the core experience

All core functionality (creating activities, joining activities, messaging, and meeting people) will always be completely free.