Good news: Direct Messages are back! 🎉
You can now chat one-on-one with your Stridekick friends directly in the app. Here’s everything you need to know:
📩 What Are Direct Messages?
Direct Messages (DMs) allow you to send private, one-on-one chats with people you’ve added as friends in Stridekick.
🔑 Key Things to Know
You can only DM your friends
Not friends yet? Learn how to add a friend here.Only add people you know
For your safety, we recommend connecting with friends, family, and community members you trust.Check your privacy settings
Your profile privacy controls what your friends can see (like your stats and activity). Learn about your privacy settings here.Not enjoying a conversation?
Simply unfriend the person, and they’ll no longer be able to message you.🚫 Removing a Friend
Tap the Friends tab
Search for the friend you want to remove
Tap their name to open the profile overlay
Tap View profile
Tap the green Friends button
Tap Yes, unfriend to confirm
📲 How to Send a DM
Option 1: Start from Chat
Tap the Chat tab
Tap New Chat (+)
Select your friend from the list
Type your message and tap Send
Option 2: Message from a Friend’s Profile
Open the Friends tab
Search for your friend by full name or nickname
Tap on the user, then select Message
Type your message and tap Send
That’s it! You’re now chatting directly with your friend.
🔒 Safety Tip
Stridekick is built for fun, friendly competition. Keep conversations respectful, and only connect with people you trust.