Learn about age verification and account registration updates [here](https://help.kik.com/hc/en-us/articles/33685563526683-Introducing-Age-Verification-and-Changes-to-Account-Registration).

On Kik, you have the option to create a Public Group or a private group with just a few easy steps:

**To create a Private Group:**

1. Open the Kik app.
2. From your chat list, tap the blue **+** icon.
3. Select **Start a Group**.
4. Search for friends to add to your group.
5. Optional: Create a name and add an image for your new group (this can be updated later).
6. Tap **Start** in the top right-hand corner.

**To create a Public Group:**

1. Open the Kik app.
2. From your chat list, tap the blue **+** icon.
3. Tap **Public Groups**.
4. Tap the **+** icon on the top right-hand corner.
5. Enter your group’s name in the space provided.
6. Add a group image.
7. Add your group’s #tag (think of this as the group username that allows users to search for your group).
8. Optional: Tap the names of friends you'd like to add to the group.
9. Tap **Start** to create your new Public Group.

_Note: you are limited to creating 3 Public Groups within a 24-hour period._