Frequently Asked Questions

WhispSocio rewards your activity with Experience Points (XP)! Here's how you earn:

• +10 XP per post you create
• +5 XP per comment you make
• +2 XP per like you give
• +3 XP when someone likes your content
• +15 XP for creating events
• Bonus XP for daily login streaks

Beta testers get 1.5x XP bonus on all activities!

Each level unlocks exclusive rewards:

• Level 5: Custom profile themes
• Level 10: Profile effects & animations
• Level 15: VIP badge & custom colors
• Level 20: Exclusive profile layouts
• Level 25+: Premium customization options

Your level is displayed on your profile and shows your dedication to the community!

Yes. Upgrading to WhispSocio Pro sets up a monthly Stripe subscription. You keep access to pro perks as long as the subscription stays active, and you can manage renewal or cancellation any time through the billing portal.

Stripe bills you in the primary site currency (£GBP). We also show an estimated amount in your selected currency on the membership page so you know what to expect before checkout.

Creating an account is quick and easy:

1. Click "Sign Up" in the top navigation
2. Fill in your basic information (name, email, birth date)
3. Create a username and secure password
4. Verify your email address
5. Start earning XP immediately!

✅ It's 100% free, no credit card required!

You must be at least 13 years old to create an account on WhispSocio.

We verify your age during signup to comply with international regulations and ensure a safe environment for all users.

WhispSocio offers extensive profile customization:

• Profile Picture - Upload your photo
• Banner Image - Custom header image
• Bio - Tell people about yourself
• Location - Share where you're from
• Website - Link to your site or portfolio
• Theme Colors - Unlock at Level 5
• Profile Effects - Unlock at Level 10

Click "Edit Profile" on your profile page to get started!

Yes! You can change your username from your profile settings.

Note: Changing your username will update all your posts and comments, but links from external sites using your old username will break.

Choose carefully, but don't worry - you can change it anytime!

You can share:

• Text posts and updates
• Photos and images
• Videos
• Links to external content
• Polls and questions
• Event announcements

Privacy Controls: Choose who sees your posts - Public, Friends Only, or Private.

Every post earns you XP, so share what matters to you!

WhispSocio is free to join and use forever, but we offer premium tiers for power users:

• Premium Benefits: Advanced profile customization
• Exclusive Features: Custom themes, effects, and badges
• Priority Support: Get help faster
• Ad-Free Experience: No interruptions (site is already ad-free!)

Details coming soon! For now, enjoy all the free features!

To switch between Light and Dark mode:

1. Click your profile picture in the top right
2. Look for the Theme toggle (sun/moon icon)
3. Click to switch modes

Your preference is saved automatically and persists across all pages!

We take safety seriously. To report content:

1. Click the three-dot menu on any post or comment
2. Select "Report"
3. Choose a reason (spam, harassment, inappropriate content, etc.)
4. Add any additional details
5. Submit - our moderation team will review within 24 hours

You can also block users to prevent them from contacting you.

You control who sees your content! Each post has privacy options:

• Public: Everyone can see (appears on homepage)
• Friends Only: Only people you follow and who follow you
• Private: Only you can see

You can also control your overall profile visibility in Settings → Privacy.

Default: Public posts, but you can change this anytime!

We're sorry to see you go! To delete your account:

1. Go to Settings → Account
2. Scroll to "Danger Zone"
3. Click "Delete Account"
4. Confirm your decision

Warning: This action is permanent and cannot be undone. All your posts, comments, and XP will be deleted.

Consider just taking a break instead - we'll be here when you come back!

No worries! Resetting your password is easy:

1. Go to the login page
2. Click "Forgot Password?"
3. Enter your email address
4. Check your email for a reset code
5. Enter the code and create a new password

The reset code expires in 1 hour for security.

The Beta Badge is an exclusive badge for early adopters who join during our beta testing phase!

Beta Perks:

• 🎖️ Exclusive Beta badge on your profile
• ⚡ 1.5x XP bonus on ALL activities
• 🎁 Bonus starting XP
• 👑 Permanent "Founder" status

Join now while we're still in beta to claim your badge!

You'll receive notifications for:

• New followers
• Likes on your posts
• Comments on your posts
• Mentions (@username)
• Level-up achievements
• Messages

Customize your notification preferences in Settings → Notifications.

You can choose email notifications, push notifications, or both!

Hashtags help people discover your content!

How to use:

• Type # followed by a word (no spaces): #Gaming
• Hashtags turn blue and become clickable
• Click a hashtag to see all posts using it
• Use relevant hashtags to reach more people

Tip: Use 2-5 relevant hashtags per post for best reach!

Starting a live stream is easy:

1. Click "Streams" in the navigation menu
2. Click "Go Live" button
3. Add a title and description for your stream
4. Choose privacy settings (public/friends only)
5. Allow camera/microphone access when prompted
6. Click "Start Stream" and broadcast!

Requirements:

• Camera or microphone access
• Stable internet connection
• Minimum Level 3 to stream

Earn XP while you stream! Viewers can like and comment in real-time.

To watch live streams:

1. Go to the "Streams" page
2. Browse active streams or search for a specific user
3. Click on any live stream thumbnail
4. Watch, like, and comment in real-time!

Features while watching:

• Like the stream
• Send comments (appear in real-time)
• Follow the streamer
• Share the stream link
• Report if content is inappropriate

Streamers earn bonus XP for every minute viewers watch!

Yes! You have full control over stream privacy:

• Public Streams: Everyone can watch (appear on main streams page)
• Friends Only: Only people who follow you can watch
• Private Streams: Only specific users you invite can watch

Additional Controls:

• Mute specific viewers
• Ban problematic viewers
• Turn off comments temporarily
• End stream at any time

Change privacy settings before or during your stream!

Yes! You can pause your stream for breaks:

1. Click the "Pause" button while streaming
2. Stream goes private - viewers see "Stream paused"
3. Take your break, handle personal matters, etc.
4. Click "Resume" when ready to continue

What happens when paused:

• Viewers notified stream is paused
• Stream doesn't end - just paused
• Audio/video stops broadcasting
• You remain in control

Your stream time continues even while paused!

Absolutely! Streaming is a great way to earn XP:

• +50 XP for starting a stream
• +5 XP per minute while streaming
• +10 XP for every viewer who joins
• +3 XP for each viewer who stays more than 5 minutes
• +20 XP for every comment on your stream
• +15 XP for every like on your stream

Bonus: Stream for 30+ minutes to get a bonus XP multiplier!

Beta testers get 1.5x XP bonus on all streaming activities!

Yes! Streams are automatically saved as VODs (Videos On Demand):

• All completed streams are saved to the "VODs" page
• Browse streams from the past 7 days
• Search for specific streamers or topics
• Watch at your own pace with playback controls

For Streamers:

• Enable/disable automatic VOD saving in settings
• Delete specific VODs if you don't want them saved
• VODs remain for 7 days then auto-delete

VODs are a great way to catch up on content you missed!

Stream quality is automatically optimized, but you can adjust it:

1. Go to Streams → Settings before starting your stream
2. Choose your preferred resolution (720p, 1080p, etc.)
3. Select your FPS (frames per second)
4. Choose bitrate based on your internet speed

Recommended Settings:

• Slow Internet: 480p, 30fps
• Good Internet: 720p, 30fps
• Fast Internet: 1080p, 60fps

Quality adjusts automatically if your connection is unstable!

Keeping the community safe is important. To report a stream:

1. Click the three-dot menu on the stream
2. Select "Report Stream"
3. Choose reason: Harassment, Spam, Inappropriate Content, etc.
4. Add any additional details
5. Submit - moderators review within minutes during live streams

What happens:

• Stream may be paused if immediately dangerous
• Moderators review within 15 minutes
• Streamer is notified if action is taken
• You remain anonymous

You can also leave the stream and block the streamer.

Yes! 100% free to join and use.

WhispSocio will always have a free tier with:

• ✅ Unlimited posts, likes, and comments
• ✅ Full XP and leveling system
• ✅ Profile customization
• ✅ No ads (seriously!)
• ✅ All core features

Optional premium tiers will be available for advanced customization features.

Email verification helps us:

• Prevent spam and fake accounts
• Protect your account security
• Send you important notifications
• Help you recover your account if needed

Didn't receive the email?

• Check your spam/junk folder
• Click "Resend Verification Email" on your dashboard
• Make sure you entered the correct email address

Still having issues? Contact support!