# kik.com > AI-optimized mirror of kik.com containing 185 pages totalling 38,340 words of clean markdown content, structured data, and semantic HTML. Original source: https://kik.com. Last updated: 2026-07-25T04:44:56.819Z. Each page is available as HTML (with JSON-LD structured data) and Markdown (text-only, ideal for LLMs and RAG). ## Homepage - [help/index.html](/content/help/index.html) (573 words) - [ Kik Messaging, Chat App, Groups & Communities ](/content/site-root.html): Kik - Public Groups, LIVE streamers, real connections - all on Kik! It’s more than just chat. Try it today! (43 words) ## Articles & Blog Posts - [Deactivate Your Account](/content/ws/deactivate/index.html) (23 words) - [Delete Your Account](/content/ws2/delete/index.html) (103 words) - [The page you were looking for doesn't exist – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402351885723/index.html) (30 words) - [help/hc/en-us/articles/4402344335259/index.html](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402344335259/index.html) (40 words) - [I'm being harassed on Kik! What can I do? – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402351902363-i-m-being-harassed-on-kik-what-can-i-do.html): We take the safety of our users very seriously and definitely don't condone this type of behavior (which unfortunately is a risk with any... (905 words) - [help/hc/en-us/articles/4402344553371/index.html](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402344553371/index.html) (400 words) - [Someone has just sent me a suicidal message on Kik. What can I do? – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402351907099-someone-has-just-sent-me-a-suicidal-message-on-kik-what-can-i-do.html): If someone you know is having thoughts of self-harm or suicide, you should seek help as soon as possible by contacting agencies... (223 words) - [How do I report a user on Kik? – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402344553371-how-do-i-report-a-user-on-kik/index.html): If you receive unwanted messages from someone, you have the option to ‘Report’ the user. When you report a user using our in-app... (400 words) - [Keep your Kik account private – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402351911835-keep-your-kik-account-private/index.html): Here's some quick tips to help you keep your account private: Choose a username that's hard to guess. A combination of letters, numbers... (672 words) - [help/hc/en-us/articles/4402344189339/index.html](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402344189339/index.html) (146 words) - [How do I report spam on Kik? – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402351910555-how-do-i-report-spam-on-kik/index.html): The privacy and safety of our users is really important to us. Our 'Report' feature helps us keep Kik safe and fun for everyone. It's... (346 words) - [Can people see my email address and phone number? – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402358257819-can-people-see-my-email-address-and-phone-number.html): People you've talked to on Kik can only see your display name, username and profile picture. They can't see your email address, phone... (67 words) - [Can't open webpages on Kik – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402133530523-can-t-open-webpages-on-kik/index.html): Receiving the error message below when attempting to open a webpage? If you're using an Android device and you can't open any webpages... (77 words) - [What happens when I report someone with chat history? – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402351905691-what-happens-when-i-report-someone-with-chat-history.html): When you report a user through Kik, you'll have the option to report them with chat history. When you report with chat history, it... (210 words) - [Compromised accounts – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402351911323-compromised-accounts/index.html): If you can still login to your Kik account, and you think it's been compromised, you should change your password right away. If your... (125 words) - [Forgot Kik username – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/18542274481051-forgot-kik-username/index.html): If you have access to your Kik account, your username is visible in your profile screen. Here’s how to find it: Open the Kik app. Tap... (145 words) - [The "Kik Team" asked for my password. Is this really you? – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402351908635-the-kik-team-asked-for-my-password-is-this-really-you.html): Nope. We'll never ask for your Kik password - promise! If you receive a message on Kik asking for your password, or any other account... (85 words) - [My username has been posted online? What can I do? – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402351907995-my-username-has-been-posted-online-what-can-i-do.html): Contact support or the moderator for the website or forum where your username has been posted. They should be able to help remove your... (75 words) - [Know if you've been blocked – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402351905179-know-if-you-ve-been-blocked/index.html): You won’t be able to directly tell if you’ve been blocked by someone on Kik. When you've been blocked, you'll still be able to send... (70 words) - [Why is my account suspended? – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402351904411-why-is-my-account-suspended/index.html): If an account has violated our Community Standards, we will permanently ban the account. We also hold the right to terminate or... (47 words) - [Send photos and videos on Kik – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402344409883-send-photos-and-videos-on-kik/index.html): On Kik, you can easily send photos and videos to other Kik users in individual and group chats. Here’s how: Open the Kik app. Select a... (280 words) - [Manage messages from new people – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402351913883-manage-messages-from-new-people/index.html): When you receive a message from someone new, the chat with them will appear under New Chats. To manage these messages: Go to your New... (171 words) - [Why is my account temporarily banned? – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402344555291-why-is-my-account-temporarily-banned/index.html): If an account has violated our Community Guidelines, we may temporarily ban the account. You'll be able to send and receive messages once... (36 words) - ["Oops, it looks like ****'s phone has been off/disconnected for a while. We'll deliver your message when they connect again" – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402125437467-oops-it-looks-like-s-phone-has-been-off-disconnected-for-a-while-we-ll-deliver-your-message-when-they-connect-again.html): You'll see this when the person you're attempting to chat with has either deactivated their account or hasn’t been on Kik in a few days.... (68 words) - [Permanently delete account – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/18539113439643-permanently-delete-account/index.html): In order to permanently deactivate your account you MUST have access to the original email address registered to your Kik account. If you... (252 words) - [Can't register for an account! Email is already taken – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402344357275-can-t-register-for-an-account-email-is-already-taken.html): If you've already created a Kik account but forgot the password, you can reset your password here. It's also possible that someone may... (248 words) - [Metadata on photos – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/18788887556507-metadata-on-photos/index.html): Kik doesn't gather photo or video metadata so recipients of your photos and videos can't view this information. But please keep in mind... (62 words) - [Why aren’t friends able to find me on Kik? – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402125439643-why-aren-t-friends-able-to-find-me-on-kik.html): Your friends must have your exact Kik username for them to be able to search for you within the Kik app. If your friends don't have the... (66 words) - [Can't access third-party website – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402125426843-can-t-access-third-party-website/index.html): Kik only supports our official webpages and unfortunately can't provide assistance if you're having trouble accessing a third-party site.... (71 words) - [Existing friend moved to New Chats list – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402125433371-existing-friend-moved-to-new-chats-list.html): When a friend deactivates their account, your chat with that friend may move into your New Chats list. You do have the option to clear... (79 words) - [Someone used your email to register for a Kik account – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402344403355-someone-used-your-email-to-register-for-a-kik-account.html): Your email address may have been used to register for a Kik account. However, you can remove your email from Kik by following these... (68 words) - [Inactive username policy – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402351778459-inactive-username-policy/index.html): Kik doesn’t have not have an inactive username policy. If there's a username that you want and it's already taken, we encourage you to... (55 words) - [Unban group members – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/16752879706395-unban-group-members/index.html): User banned from a group can be unbanned by the Group Owner or Group Admin by following these instructions: Open the Kik app. Select... (111 words) - [Confirmation email has expired – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/16751493765787-confirmation-email-has-expired/index.html): If the initial confirmation email we sent you after signing up for your Kik account has expired, you can resend the email right from the... (79 words) - [Save or backup chat messages on Kik – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/16755199189787-save-or-backup-chat-messages-on-kik/index.html): There isn't currently a way to save or backup your Kik chats. Depending on your device, you can screenshot the parts of your chats you’d... (134 words) - [Kik usernames vs. display names – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402344189339-kik-usernames-vs-display-names/index.html): On Kik, users can have both a username and a separate display name. Username: A username is completely unique to your account and can't... (155 words) - [Revoke Group Admin privileges from a user – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/16752842895771-revoke-group-admin-privileges-from-a-user.html): To revoke Admin privileges from a member of the group: Open the Kik app. Select the group chat from your chat list. Tap on the group... (69 words) - [Group suddenly getting more members – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/16752718008219-group-suddenly-getting-more-members/index.html): If you see an influx of people joining your Public Group, it could be because your group falls into a Popular Search category. We often... (54 words) - [Get a copy of message history – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402351783323-get-a-copy-of-message-history/index.html): Unfortunately, Kik does not retain the content of user chats and, therefore, cannot provide that data. If you haven't deactivated your... (54 words) - [Remove a user from your group – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/16752874700315-remove-a-user-from-your-group/index.html): To boot a user from your group but still allow them to join again, follow these steps: Open the Kik app. Select the group chat from... (84 words) - [Deactivate Your Account](/content/ws2/deactivate/index.html) (23 words) - [How do I report impersonation? – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402344552731-how-do-i-report-impersonation/index.html): Kik takes reports of impersonation very seriously. When our team is notified that an account is using another individual’s picture or... (249 words) - [Delete people – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402358259611-delete-people/index.html): For iOS From your main chats list: Swipe left on the name of the person you want to delete Tap Delete For Android From your main chats... (86 words) - [Resources for Users – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402400758427-resources-for-users/index.html): General Kids Help Phone (Canada) Koko ChildLine (UK) Bullying and Abuse Cyberbullying Research Center DoSomething.org Social Media... (136 words) - [Add friends to an existing group – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402344545691-add-friends-to-an-existing-group/index.html): You can add your Kik friends to an existing Public or Private Group at any time by using their usernames, sharing your group’s Kik Code... (185 words) - [Report a group or someone in a group – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402351916443-report-a-group-or-someone-in-a-group/index.html): Report an entire group In the group chat, tap the Group Name > at the top of the chat Tap the three vertical dots icon in the top... (263 words) - [The dangers of using modified versions of the Kik app – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/13388329806235-the-dangers-of-using-modified-versions-of-the-kik-app.html): Kik takes the safety of our users very seriously. However, please understand that if you choose to download any modified, third-party... (695 words) - [Block someone – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402351915803-block-someone/index.html): To block someone you don’t want to talk to on Kik: From the chat with the person you want to block Tap their Display Name at the top of... (206 words) - [Not receiving notifications – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402125424411-not-receiving-notifications/index.html): Not getting notifications when you should be? Here are a few things you can try to get your Kik notifications working again: General... (742 words) - [Search results – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/search/index.html) (279 words) - [Kik Bot Guidelines – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/34835799386395-kik-bot-guidelines/index.html): Bots on Kik are designed to enhance the messaging experience while ensuring a safe and positive environment for all users. Like all... (451 words) - [Safety – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/sections/18564762540315-safety/index.html) (738 words) - [Disabled links in chat messages – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/18789212186139-disabled-links-in-chat-messages/index.html): As a security measure, we do have safety protocols built into user chat sessions that only allow for a certain number of links to be sent... (65 words) - [Digital Services Act (DSA) - Contact Information for Kik Users and Authorities – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/25635439826459-digital-services-act-dsa-contact-information-for-kik-users-and-authorities.html): For Kik UsersIf you're a Kik user and need to report illegal content or have inquiries related to the Digital Services Act (DSA), here... (280 words) - [What are bots? – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402400767515-what-are-bots/index.html): Developers, brands, and Kik can create bots to communicate with any Kik user who has opted to start a conversation with them. In some... (90 words) - [Chats and contacts are gone! – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402125538203-chats-and-contacts-are-gone/index.html): If you are using an iOS device and all of your chats and contacts have disappeared, please try the following: Force-close and reopen... (62 words) - [Can't get past CAPTCHA – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402133516827-can-t-get-past-captcha/index.html): In an effort to fight spam on the Kik app, we've added a Verification Check that may involve solving a CAPTCHA challenge. We don't... (289 words) - [Stop receiving direct messages in a Public Group – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402351893531-stop-receiving-direct-messages-in-a-public-group.html): Public Groups are a great way to make meaningful connections and meet new people on Kik. However, we also understand that you may not... (180 words) - [Days on Kik meaning – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/18787128489499-days-on-kik-meaning/index.html): The Days on Kik feature shows the number of days your Kik account has been active. If you feel the number is incorrect, please let us... (40 words) - [Promote a group member to Admin status – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/16752812684827-promote-a-group-member-to-admin-status.html): You can promote someone to Group Admin in just a few simple steps: Open the Kik app. Select the group chat from your chat list. Tap on... (67 words) - [Ban a group member – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/16752881549211-ban-a-group-member/index.html): To permanently ban someone from your group so they can't join until they're removed from the ban list, follow these steps: Open the Kik... (114 words) - [ Kik Live profile shows the wrong age – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/13257152133915-kik-live-profile-shows-the-wrong-age.html): Currently, there’s no way to update your date of birth once your Kik account has been created. If your Kik Live profile displays the... (109 words) - [Transferring Diamonds or VIP Badge after account deletion – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/18539760945819-transferring-diamonds-or-vip-badge-after-account-deletion.html): Unfortunately, once your Kik account is deactivated, you will lose access to your diamond balance and VIP badge. (18 words) - [Profile and background photo issues – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402133459483-profile-and-background-photo-issues/index.html): Here's how to change your profile photo and how to change your background photo. Still having issues? Try the troubleshooting steps... (118 words) - [Unable to register for a new account – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/18541981018267-unable-to-register-for-a-new-account.html): We want to get you registered and chatting on Kik ASAP! There could be a few reasons why you can't register an account. Your email is... (261 words) - [Public Groups – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402351892635-public-groups/index.html): Public Groups are the easiest way for you to make friends that have the same interests as you. Are you a fan of BTS? There's a group for... (126 words) - [Manage Stickers – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402351877915-manage-stickers/index.html): When managing Stickers, you can rearrange your Sticker pack order, remove Sticker packs from your account, and restore removed Sticker... (314 words) - [Issues connecting the Kik app – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402125529499-issues-connecting-the-kik-app/index.html): If you're experiencing connection issues while using the Kik app, here's a few things you can try: Toggle your connections off and on... (101 words) - [help/hc/en-us/articles/18539893467291/index.html](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/18539893467291/index.html) (119 words) - [Private Groups – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402344544027-private-groups/index.html): Private Groups on Kik are a great way to chat with multiple friends at once while having control over who can join. Within a private... (76 words) - [Join the Kik VIP Program – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/18540031263387-join-the-kik-vip-program/index.html): VIP badges are the status you obtain based on your in-app spending level. To learn more about our VIP tiers and eligibility requirements,... (35 words) - [Get Smileys – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402351874203-get-smileys/index.html): You can get themed smileys from the Smiley Shop or as gifts from your friends. To open the Smiley Shop from a chat follow these... (164 words) - [Haven't Received VIP badge – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/18540048394395-haven-t-received-vip-badge/index.html): If you believe you should have been granted a badge after reviewing the VIP badge status information, please contact our Live Support... (34 words) - [Disable New Chat Requests – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/18790163271451-disable-new-chat-requests/index.html): If you no longer want to receive new chat requests from other Kik users you can disable this feature by following these steps: Open the... (60 words) - [Unable to open photos or videos sent from friends – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402133528859-unable-to-open-photos-or-videos-sent-from-friends.html): There are a couple of reasons why you may not be able to open, view or save photos or videos you receive: Your friend's connection... (87 words) - [Gift a Smiley – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402344514075-gift-a-smiley/index.html): Feeling generous? Gift your Smileys to your friends by opening your Locker to get started. Here’s how to gift a Smiley from your... (203 words) - [Kik Live FAQ – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/sections/16717055944987-kik-live-faq/index.html) (339 words) - [Banned Kik Live account – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/18539957220123-banned-kik-live-account/index.html): If you have the ability to log in to your Kik account but cannot access the live stream feature, then your account may have been... (58 words) - [Account Issues – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/sections/16717109664667-account-issues/index.html) (418 words) - [Getting Started – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/sections/16716985124379-getting-started/index.html) (407 words) - [Group Moderation – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/sections/18432986142619-group-moderation/index.html) (381 words) - [Missing chat messages – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/18788198587547-missing-chat-messages/index.html): When you log out of your Kik account it is typical that your message history will be cleared. However, your contacts and chat list will... (44 words) - [Messaging – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/sections/16717065406875-messaging/index.html) (423 words) - [Stickers & Smileys – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/sections/16717108517531-stickers-smileys/index.html) (181 words) - [Friends on Kik – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/sections/16717088631323-friends-on-kik/index.html) (136 words) - [Group Owners vs. Group Admins – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402344541979-group-owners-vs-group-admins/index.html): Group Owners and Group Admins have different capabilities within groups on the Kik app. Group Owners can: Promote someone to Admin.... (67 words) - [Stuck on “Introducing Public Groups” – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/24435207690267-stuck-on-introducing-public-groups/index.html): Trying to access public groups but can't get past the "Introducing Public Groups" screen? If you're using an iOS device with... (153 words) - [Know if you’ve been unblocked – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/13258076013979-know-if-you-ve-been-unblocked/index.html): There is currently no way to determine if you’ve been unblocked. To learn more about blocking tap on this article. (29 words) - [Hide your username in a group – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/16752571809179-hide-your-username-in-a-group/index.html): To hide your username in a group, follow these steps: Open the Kik app. Select the group chat where you would like to hide your... (45 words) - [Does Kik have a guide for Law Enforcement? – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402394292507-does-kik-have-a-guide-for-law-enforcement.html): Our Guide for Law Enforcement is available on our online Resource Center, and includes information about how our Trust and Safety team... (37 words) - [Send a Smiley – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402344520987-send-a-smiley/index.html): You can send a Smiley from either your Smiley tab or from your Locker! To send a Smiley from the Smiley tab: Open the Kik app. From... (178 words) - [Disappearing chat messages – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402125435291-disappearing-chat-messages/index.html): As a security measure to protect your privacy, the following actions will result in your chat history being cleared from your Kik... (156 words) - [Set a chat theme – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402351724955-set-a-chat-theme/index.html): Chat themes allow you to customize chats to your preferences. For Android users, set the chat theme by: Opening the Kik app. From... (188 words) - [Unable to login after changing password – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/18542219967259-unable-to-login-after-changing-password.html): If you're still having trouble logging in after receiving the success message for a password reset, you may have reset the password to a... (114 words) - [Chat Themes – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/sections/16717082892571-chat-themes/index.html) (63 words) - [Send a Sticker – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402344503323-send-a-sticker/index.html): Want to add some color and personality to your chats? Stickers are here to help! To send Stickers to your friends with the latest... (89 words) - [Get Stickers – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402351872667-get-stickers/index.html): Keep your chats fresh by always having the latest stickers from Kik’s Sticker Shop! To access the Sticker Shop follow these... (116 words) - [Update notification settings – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402316703771-update-notification-settings/index.html): If you're using a device on Android Oreo (8.x) or greater, you may need to update your system settings to receive notifications properly.... (298 words) - [Lock a group chat theme – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402344348187-lock-a-group-chat-theme/index.html): If you are the Owner or Admin of a group and find that group members change the group theme too frequently, you can lock the chat theme... (123 words) - [Join a Kik Live stream – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/18539893467291-join-a-kik-live-stream/index.html): There are two ways to join another Kik user’s live stream. To access a live stream from the Live tab, log into your account and tap on... (119 words) - [Image EXIF data on Kik – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/13257990586651-image-exif-data-on-kik/index.html): Kik does not include EXIF data for images sent on the app. However, for Android users, please be aware that information can be extracted... (37 words) - [Profile Management – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/sections/16717002381211-profile-management/index.html) (349 words) - [Smileys – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/18453495863195-smileys/index.html): 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 and send... (52 words) - [Delete your group – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/14090027878555-delete-your-group/index.html): Once a Private or Public Group has been created you will not be able to delete it. You do, however, have the option to leave your Group. ... (117 words) - [App Features – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/sections/16717022491931-app-features/index.html) (241 words) - [Delete chat messages – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402344412571-delete-chat-messages/index.html): On Kik, you have the option to delete individual messages or entire chats. To delete an individual message: Open the Kik app. Select a... (161 words) - [Chat Read Receipt Icons – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402351585691-chat-read-receipt-icons/index.html): The little letters beside your messages are what we call read receipts, which indicate the status of your sent message. If you see... (148 words) - [Kik Live tab not appearing – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/18539800267931-kik-live-tab-not-appearing/index.html): In order to view and access the Live Stream feature, please follow the instructions below: When you open the Kik app after logging in,... (77 words) - [Search for Public Groups – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/16752779537051-search-for-public-groups/index.html): If another Kik user can join your group without scanning the group’s Kik Code, being invited or tapping the group’s direct link, then... (174 words) - [Kik Live technical issues – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/18539857832219-kik-live-technical-issues/index.html): If you require technical assistance or have questions regarding our live stream feature, please contact our Live Support team at... (30 words) - [Use enter as send – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402309224603-use-enter-as-send/index.html): Tired of having to tap send? You can tap return or enter instead when you enable Enter Key Send. You can enable this feature by following... (69 words) - [Create a Group – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402344546459-create-a-group/index.html): 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: Open... (179 words) - [Change the name of a group – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/16752910680347-change-the-name-of-a-group/index.html): At any time, feel free to update the name of your group by following these steps: Open the Kik app. Select the group chat from your... (66 words) - [Convert Diamonds to cash – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/18540114909083-convert-diamonds-to-cash/index.html): When you receive Diamonds through gifts, your Diamonds can be converted into credit used to purchase more gifts or a Cash Reward in $USD... (208 words) - [Cost of the Kik app – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/16716548712603-cost-of-the-kik-app/index.html): 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 to be Kik,... (55 words) - [Join a Group – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402344543259-join-a-group/index.html): Joining a group chat on Kik is easy! You can join a group chat by scanning a group’s Kik Code, tapping a group link, being added to the... (64 words) - [Reset Your Password](/content/ws/p/index.html) (26 words) - [Identify Group Owners and Admins – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/16752610337691-identify-group-owners-and-admins/index.html): You can identify the Group Owner and Group Admins by the badges displayed on their profile photos. Group Owners will have a green badge... (40 words) - [Locate the Group Info Screen – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402351896987-locate-the-group-info-screen/index.html): You can see all of your group information in the Group Info Screen. To get there follow these instructions: Open the Kik app. Select... (101 words) - [Finding a friend on Kik – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402344328987-finding-a-friend-on-kik/index.html): Privacy is important to us here at Kik and we do our best to make sure our users have a safe experience. Because of this, we are unable... (76 words) - [Switch group from public to private – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402351895963-switch-group-from-public-to-private/index.html): Unfortunately there is currently no way to convert a Public Group into a Private Group. Your best bet would be to create a new Private... (76 words) - [Sync phone contacts to Kik – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402344335259-sync-phone-contacts-to-kik/index.html): The option to sync phone contacts is no longer available on the Kik app. To learn how to find friends on the Kik app through username... (49 words) - [Restore deleted contacts – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/18788081961371-restore-deleted-contacts/index.html): Unfortunately, there is currently no way to restore contacts that have been deleted or removed. However, if you remember the user’s Kik... (89 words) - [View time a message was sent – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/16752094346267-view-time-a-message-was-sent/index.html): To see what time a message was sent in the Kik app: Open the Kik app. Select a chat you would like to view from your chat list. Tap on... (51 words) - [Invite phone contacts to Kik – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402351721115-invite-phone-contacts-to-kik/index.html): If you have friends that you'd like to chat with on Kik but they don't have an account yet, you can invite them to join via text or... (114 words) - [Change chat bubble colors – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/18538408751515-change-chat-bubble-colors/index.html): You can change your chat bubble color at any time by following these steps: Open the Kik app. Tap the profile icon in the top right-hand... (53 words) - [Messages stuck on S – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/16752036340763-messages-stuck-on-s/index.html): There are several reasons why your message could be stuck on S: The person you're messaging isn’t connected to Kik (their phone could be... (100 words) - [Stickers – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/18753546382875-stickers/index.html): Add some personality to your chat with the help of Stickers! On Kik, you can create your very own Sticker pack when you get Stickers from... (77 words) - [Group Features – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/sections/16717091158811-group-features/index.html) (246 words) - [Web History – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402351612699-web-history/index.html): Web History allows you to discover new webpages by sharing links with your friends through chat! Any webpage you send and then visit... (77 words) - [App Settings – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/sections/16717039482651-app-settings/index.html) (152 words) - [Set up your Kik profile – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/18433095294619-set-up-your-kik-profile/index.html): Now that you’ve registered for a new Kik account, it’s time to add personality by setting up your profile. Add a profile photo: Open... (208 words) - [Messages disappear after logging out – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/16750551521307-messages-disappear-after-logging-out.html): As a security measure, when you log out of your account, your chat messages are automatically cleared. Once you log in again, your... (69 words) - [Meet New People – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402344411419-meet-new-people/index.html): 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 instant chat... (128 words) - [Kik Codes – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/16752280891547-kik-codes/index.html): 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 services by... (106 words) - [Using the same account on multiple devices – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/16716624500251-using-the-same-account-on-multiple-devices.html): As a security feature on Kik, you can only be logged into one account at a time using the same device. If you log into your account on a... (80 words) - [Connection Issues – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/sections/16717122729627-connection-issues/index.html) (98 words) - [Registration Issues – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/sections/16717129386267-registration-issues/index.html) (98 words) - [Change your Emoji Status – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402316708763-change-your-emoji-status/index.html): Set your Emoji Status to keep your friends updated on how you're feeling by following these instructions: Open the Kik app. Tap the... (76 words) - [Keep your Kik app up to date – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/16716581729435-keep-your-kik-app-up-to-date/index.html): You can ensure that your Kik app is always up to date by manually updating the app in just a few simple steps. For iOS From your device... (96 words) - [Change font size on Kik – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402316704539-change-font-size-on-kik/index.html): There is currently no setting that allows you to change or enlarge the font size from the Kik app. We're always looking for ways to... (44 words) - [Reuse of inactive usernames – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/18786892985243-reuse-of-inactive-usernames/index.html): There is currently no way to recycle a username for an inactive account. You can register for a new Kik account and enter a username that... (166 words) - [Temporarily delete account – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/18539037252891-temporarily-delete-account/index.html): In order to process any account deactivation you MUST have access to the original email address registered to your Kik account. If you do... (180 words) - [Having more than one Kik account – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/16716618681883-having-more-than-one-kik-account/index.html): You do have the option to create multiple Kik accounts. However, the same email address can’t be used to create more than one account so... (115 words) - [Changing your Kik username – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402309239195-changing-your-kik-username/index.html): Your Kik username is your identity while using the app. It’s completely unique to you and your Kik account alone, and it’s how we connect... (85 words) - [Change your password – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/18538827100443-change-your-password/index.html): Changing your password will depend on if you currently have access to your account or not! When changing your password, please keep in... (170 words) - [Password reset – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/18538875856539-password-reset/index.html): If you're locked out of your account or have forgotten your password you can reset it by following the instructions below. Simply enter... (121 words) - [Get the Kik app – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/16716536152091-get-the-kik-app/index.html): Kik is available on most iOS and Android devices. Click one of the options below to learn if Kik is supported on your device and how to... (57 words) - [What is Kik? – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/16716480138907-what-is-kik/index.html): Kik is an iOS and Android app that lets you connect with friends and groups from all around the world through messaging, chatting and... (40 words) - [Using your mobile data for Kik – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/16716601920667-using-your-mobile-data-for-kik/index.html): Kik uses your existing data plan or Wi-Fi to send and receive messages, including content messages from Kik webpages (videos, images,... (77 words) - [Change your profile photo – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/18538726049819-change-your-profile-photo/index.html): Changing your profile photo is easy! For iOS Open the Kik app. Tap the profile icon in the top right-hand corner. Tap your current... (105 words) - [Change your background photo – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402309247259-change-your-background-photo/index.html): Changing your background photo is easy! For iOS Open the Kik app. Tap the profile icon in the top right-hand corner. Tap Add... (122 words) - [Scan a Kik Code – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402351719067-scan-a-kik-code/index.html): To scan a Kik Code: Open the Kik app. From your main chat list, tap the blue + icon. Select Scan a Kik Code. Point your device's camera... (80 words) - [Reactivate permanently deleted account – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/18787227076123-reactivate-permanently-deleted-account.html): While we understand that accidents happen, unfortunately, once you have permanently deactivated your Kik account there is no way to... (98 words) - [Update your display name – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402316711323-update-your-display-name/index.html): Your display name is the name that appears in chats at the top of your friend's chat screen, notifications, and in your friends' contact... (69 words) - [Share your Kik profile – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402351589787-share-your-kik-profile/index.html): 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 Kik app.... (90 words) - [Update your email address – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402309240219-update-your-email-address/index.html): It’s important to always have a valid email address registered to your Kik account to ensure that you are able to receive password reset... (77 words) - [Kik Community Standards – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402358258971-kik-community-standards/index.html): Kik is about making fun, safe, and genuine connections with people from all over the world. With that mission comes a responsibility to... (1,434 words) - [Share your group’s Kik Code – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/16752308029211-share-your-group-s-kik-code/index.html): Groups also have Kik Codes that you can share with just a few simple steps. To share a group's Kik Code: Open the Kik app. Select the... (65 words) - [Unable to view usernames in a group – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/13258675919515-unable-to-view-usernames-in-a-group/index.html): If you are unable to view the username of a user within a group, it is because the user decided to keep that information private to... (42 words) - [Kik Live Is Transitioning to a New Streaming Provider – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/53347997882139-kik-live-is-transitioning-to-a-new-streaming-provider.html): Thank you for being part of our Live community!Kik is ending its partnership with The Meet Group, Inc. ("TMG"), the technology... (259 words) - [Kik Live – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/18435249692059-kik-live/index.html): Show off your talents and connect in real-time with Kik Live! Our live streaming feature allows you to grow your fan base, collect... (101 words) - [Change a group’s photo – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/16752901546267-change-a-group-s-photo/index.html): Your group’s photo can be changed at any time by following these steps: Open the Kik app. Select the group chat from your chat list.... (150 words) - [Blurred Photos – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/19994216520347-blurred-photos/index.html): Seeing blurry photos across the Kik app? While Kik automatically filters and blurs inappropriate content, you do have the option to... (137 words) - [Birthday isn't being accepted during registration – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402133517595-birthday-isn-t-being-accepted-during-registration.html): If you're trying to register for a new account and you're getting the message "Kik is for adults", you may not be old enough to... (47 words) - [Starting a Kik Live stream – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/18539903367195-starting-a-kik-live-stream/index.html): To start live streaming from your Kik account, follow these steps: Tap on the Live tab at the bottom of your screen. Tap on the Go Live... (62 words) - [Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/index.html) (1,059 words) - [Using Kik – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/sections/16717050270235-using-kik/index.html) (250 words) - [Locate your Kik Code – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/16752283534875-locate-your-kik-code/index.html): To see your Kik Code: Open the Kik app. From your main chat list, tap the blue + icon. Select Scan a Kik Code. Switch the toggle at the... (118 words) - [Create a new Kik account – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/related/click/index.html): Creating a new account on Kik is easy! After downloading the app, open it on your device and complete the following steps: Select Join.... (335 words) - [Using Meet New People – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/16755250144283-using-meet-new-people/index.html): To start instantly chatting with Kik users from around the world, follow these instructions: Open the Kik app. Tap the blue + icon. Tap... (212 words) - [Logging out of your Kik account – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/18539220229019-logging-out-of-your-kik-account/index.html): 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. Go to... (133 words) - [Request copy of account data – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/18787455587995-request-copy-of-account-data/index.html): If you would like to request a copy of your Kik account data, please submit a request through our form and fill out all required fields. ... (52 words) - [Search by username – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402344324251-search-by-username/index.html): In order to locate specific Kik users, you will need to know their username. Follow these steps to learn how to search by username: ... (129 words) - [Find the username of someone you're chatting with – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/16751933420187-find-the-username-of-someone-you-re-chatting-with.html): You can find the username of someone you’re chatting with by following the steps below: Open the Kik app. Tap the profile icon in the... (61 words) - [Clear Web History – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/16751570907419-clear-web-history/index.html): There are two ways to clear your Web History on Kik. To clear your Web History through your settings: Open the Kik app. Tap the... (130 words) - [Send GIFs – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/4402351788059-send-gifs/index.html): Spread some GIF awesomeness to really express how you feel about cats, pizza, homework and more! Here’s how to send GIFs to your... (91 words) - [Find blocked usernames – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/16751976527899-find-blocked-usernames/index.html): To find the username of someone you’ve blocked: Open the Kik app. Tap the profile icon in the top right-hand corner. Select Privacy. Tap... (52 words) - [Update phone number – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/16752187788571-update-phone-number/index.html): You can update your phone number by following the steps below: Open the Kik app. From your main chats list, tap the blue + icon. Tap... (64 words) - [Introducing Age Verification and Changes to Account Registration – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/articles/33685563526683-introducing-age-verification-and-changes-to-account-registration.html): As part of our ongoing efforts to keep the Kik community safe and secure, we’ve rolled out two important updates to the app. First, only... (416 words) - [Submit a request – Kik](/content/help/hc/en-us/requests/new/index.html) (204 words) - [ Kik - Terms of Service ](/content/terms-of-service/index.html): Review the Terms of Service for Kik to ensure a safe and respectful user experience. Understand your rights, responsibilities, and the guidelines for using our chat app. Join Kik with confidence. (6,951 words) - [ Kik - Privacy Policy ](/content/privacy-policy/index.html): Read Kik's Privacy Policy to understand how we protect your data and privacy. Learn about our commitment to security, data handling practices, and your rights as a user. 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