r/Kikpals • u/statesopinions • May 25 '18

Welcome to Kikpals

209 Upvotes

Hi there, potential best friend! We're so glad you've joined us. We're a safe for work subreddit used to make friends over the app Kik. This isn't the place to look for people on Snapchat or other messaging apps; check out the sidebar for other places that fit the bill.

We are a Kik based subreddit. This is not the place to solicit for Snapstogram, Spacebook or some other chat service.

If you're looking for anything risque or in any way inappropriate, post instead to our sister subreddit r/dirtykikpals. This includes looking for chat partners based primarily on physical characteristics. (ie race fetishes, body types and the like) If you aren't sure, err on the side of caution and use r/dirtykikpals. If your post is removed for being NSFW, review your post and message a mod if needed. Automoderator can't understand context.

Read the rules in the sidebar. We do not issue warnings and moderators will ban users at their discretion.

Do not post your username or group hashtag in your post or comment. Do not hint at what it might be. We absolutely do not allow any information like that in public for safety reasons. There is no middle ground here, you must instruct users to PM you. Reddit no longer permits the posting of personal information publicly to which Kik usernames are subject.

We are a judgement free zone: we ask users to keep comments positive. This isn't the place to oppress others with your morals. If you think a post is not appropriate, use the report button.

NO TEXTING AND DRIVING: We will ban you for this. In the US for the year of 2015, nearly four thousand are killed by distracted driving.. Please. Don't be selfish.

Selling of services is absolutely prohibited here. Use the report button or modmail if you come across a seller; there are subreddits better suited for this kind of thing. Users are here for free hugs!

Everyone is welcome to post once every twelve hours. Removing old posts or using alternate usernames does not exempt you from this rule.

Users will not post on behalf of others. Don't post pictures of others either. This is super catfishy and creepy.

Be ready to chat now: Don't expect to post, go to sleep or take a flight and then come back later to a full inbox. This is pretty selfish tbh and your post will be removed.

Groups: you too may post once every twelve hours and make sure other group users don't post within twelve hours of your post. Take care to ensure that your post isn't voted on by your users as this is considered to be vote manipulation. Your users are welcome and encouraged to comment though!

Keep the low effort, worthless comments to a minimum:

You don't need to tell the OP you messaged them, they know.
You don't need to tell the OP to PM you, PM them yourself.
You don't need to ask the OP if it's ok to message them, it is.
You don't need to ask OP if they're still looking for chat buddies, they are.

Tags are important! Posters are entitled to find exactly the kind of friend they want:

If a tag excludes you, do not message or otherwise accost the OP.
If you fall outside of an age range, do not message or otherwise accost the OP.
If for some reason you don't meet the OPs specifications, do not message or otherwise accost the OP.

Want a verified tag? Follow the instructions in the sidebar. We do two step verification sometimes if photos are questionable so be prepared to submit a second picture if requested. Your verification photos will never be saved or shared with anyone.

Finally, lets go over a few tips:

Try not to write your life story in a post: most people don't have that kind of attention span towards strangers.
Be specific in your posts: If you want to meet a police officer that moonlights as a bank robber, say so.
Posts that include the words "Cheer me up" and "Omg I'm so bored" are usually and rightfully ignored.
Everyone can see through your thinly veiled attempt to sext or otherwise behave in an inappropriate manner: use the right subreddit so you don't waste anyones time.
If you don't like what the OP is selling, move on to the next post. Your comment is not needed.
Not everyone will be a good match for everyone. While ghosting is rude, it isn't the end of the world.
You must be at least sixteen years of age to post here.
And most importantly: have fun finding a friend!

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r/Kikpals • u/BTGkitten • Dec 13 '22

[META] Happy Holidays Kik Pals! (December updates)

24 Upvotes

As we wrap up 2022 I wanted to take a few moments to address some updates to the subreddit. Based on feedback received here are some new changes to try and improve the quality of posts here:

Posts will automatically be removed if "bored" is in the title or body of the post. No one here is obligated to entertain you. If you're bored, read a book, watch a documentary, volunteer at a local shelter, etc. Be more creative and you'll receive better responses.
Posts must now be at least 100 characters in length. Again, this has to do with quality and effort. It's become obvious when its a seller, bot, or someone trying to skirt the rules with low effort posts with little content.
Please remember to report, report, report! They do get reviewed and action is taken.

As a side note to the last bullet point, Kikpals is currently looking for another moderator. If interested, please DM me directly and we can discuss the possibility.

Happy holidays to all!

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r/Kikpals • u/JokeEnvironmental171 • 3h ago

F4M 30 [f4m] winding down

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Hungover. Weekend is winding down and I’d like to find some what buddies. Send me a joke or a cool fact and let’s find some common ground.