Kik
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Getting Started
Kik is an iOS and Android app that lets you connect with friends and groups from all around the world through messaging, chat...
Kik is available on most iOS and Android devices. Click one of the options below to learn if Kik is supported on your device ...
The Kik app is free to download and Kik will never ask you for money or for any payment methods. If there's someone claiming ...
Kik uses your existing data plan or Wi-Fi to send and receive messages, including content messages from Kik webpages (videos,...
Creating a new account on Kik is easy! After downloading the app, open it on your device and complete the following steps:
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Now that you’ve registered for a new Kik account, it’s time to add personality by setting up your profile. Add a profile pho...
App Features
Show off your talents and connect in real-time with Kik Live! Our live streaming feature allows you to grow your fan base, co...
Kik Codes are a quick and easy way to add friends and join groups on Kik. Kik Codes can also help you access fun or useful s...
If you are an Android user on the Kik app, our Meet New People feature is a great way to make new friends! It offers an insta...
Add some personality to your chat with the help of Stickers! On Kik, you can create your very own Sticker pack when you get S...
Don’t have the words to convey how you feel? Use a Smiley instead! Get Smileys from our Smiley Shop to add to your collection...
Web History allows you to discover new webpages by sharing links with your friends through chat! Any webpage you send and th...
App Settings
Seeing blurry photos across the Kik app? While Kik automatically filters and blurs inappropriate content, you do have the opt...
You can change your chat bubble color at any time by following these steps:
Open the Kik app. Tap the profile icon in the to...
Tired of having to tap send? You can tap return or enter instead when you enable Enter Key Send. You can enable this feature ...
There is currently no setting that allows you to change or enlarge the font size from the Kik app. We're always looking for w...
If you're using a device on Android Oreo (8.x) or greater, you may need to update your system settings to receive notificatio...
Profile Management
It’s important to always have a valid email address registered to your Kik account to ensure that you are able to receive pas...
To connect with other Kik users share your profile by sharing your Kik Code in just a few simple steps. Here’s how:
Open the...
Changing your background photo is easy!
For iOS
Open the Kik app. Tap the profile icon in the top right-hand corner. Tap A...
Your display name is the name that appears in chats at the top of your friend's chat screen, notifications, and in your frien...
Changing your profile photo is easy!
For iOS
Open the Kik app. Tap the profile icon in the top right-hand corner. Tap you...
Changing your password will depend on if you currently have access to your account or not! When changing your password, pleas...
Using Kik
As part of our ongoing efforts to keep the Kik community safe and secure, we’ve rolled out two important updates to the app. ...
You can log out of your account in a few simple steps:
Open the Kik app. Tap the profile icon in the top right-hand corner. ...
You can find the username of someone you’re chatting with by following the steps below:
Open the Kik app. Tap the profile ic...
To find the username of someone you’ve blocked:
Open the Kik app. Tap the profile icon in the top right-hand corner. Select ...
There are two ways to clear your Web History on Kik.
To clear your Web History through your settings: Open the Kik app. Ta...
You can update your phone number by following the steps below:
Open the Kik app. From your main chats list, tap the blue + i...
Safety
Kik is about making fun, safe, and genuine connections with people from all over the world. With that mission comes a respons...
Bots on Kik are designed to enhance the messaging experience while ensuring a safe and positive environment for all users. Li...
For Kik UsersIf you're a Kik user and need to report illegal content or have inquiries related to the Digital Services Act (D...
Kik takes the safety of our users very seriously. However, please understand that if you choose to download any modified, thi...
There is currently no way to determine if you’ve been unblocked. To learn more about blocking tap on this article.
Our Guide for Law Enforcement is available on our online Resource Center, and includes information about how our Trust and Sa...