How can we help?
Quick answers to common questions. Still stuck? Message our team.
Account & verification
Why do I need to verify my email?
When you sign up we email you a 6-digit code. Entering it proves the address is yours, so we can reach you for password resets and security alerts, and it keeps fake accounts out. Not there? Check spam or promotions, or tap Resend after 30 seconds.
How does selfie verification work?
A 10-second live check with your front camera: look straight, then turn your head slowly one way and the other. It runs on your phone, and no photo or video is saved or sent. Pass it and you get the Verified badge and can start messaging. Until then you can browse and finish your profile. No camera right now? Tap Later and do it any time from Me → Get verified.
How do I pause, export or delete my account?
Go to Me → Settings. Pausing hides you from discovery but keeps your chats. Export downloads all your data as a file. Delete removes your profile immediately. See our Privacy policy for details.
Discover
When do new introductions arrive?
Every morning at 07:00 local time. Free members get 5, Plus members get 15. Unused introductions don't roll over.
How is the compatibility score worked out?
Mostly from your values answers, weighted by how important each one is to both of you, plus shared interests, travel time and activity. Read the full explanation on How it works.
Why did my match disappear?
Matches expire after 7 days without a message (we nudge you on day 5). They may also have unmatched, paused or been removed for breaking our rules.
Can I see people I passed on?
Passed profiles are hidden for 90 days, then may appear again if you're still compatible.
Games & plans
Which games are free?
All of them. Chess, draughts, Whot, Ludo, 8-ball pool, archery and Ayo are free for everyone, and every game has a leaderboard.
My connection dropped mid-game. Did I lose?
No. Games save every move and can be played turn by turn over hours. Pick up where you left off whenever you're back.
Why can't I send my number or social handle?
Links, phone numbers and emails are blocked for the first 48 hours of every match. It's the single best defence against scammers. After that you can share, with a reminder to be careful.
Payments
How do I pay for Plus?
In Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya and South Africa you pay securely through Paystack by card, bank transfer, USSD or mobile money (where available). Elsewhere, card, Apple Pay and Google Pay via Stripe are coming soon. See Pricing.
How do I cancel?
Me → Subscription → Cancel. You keep Plus until the end of the period you paid for.
Safety
How do I report someone?
Tap ⋯ on their profile or in the chat, then Report. You can choose a reason, attach messages and block them. Full steps are in the Safety centre.
What is Safety Share?
A private link you send to a trusted friend with the venue, the time and the first name of who you're meeting. It expires 12 hours after the plan.
Talk to a person.
General support
Account, billing and anything else. We reply within one working day.
hello@kindredoo.comSafety & reports
Fastest from inside the app: tap ⋯ → Report on a profile or chat. Critical reports are handled within an hour.
How to reportContact support
In immediate danger? Kindred can't send help. In United States, call 911. More emergency numbers.