Just like any social platform, it’s possible for scammers to misuse Stridekick. While we work hard to maintain a fun and respectful community, we also recommend using good judgment when engaging with other users—especially if you don’t know them personally.
⚠️ How to Spot & Avoid Scams
👥 Be cautious when chatting in challenge chats
Stridekick no longer supports direct messages, but users can still interact in group challenge chats. Keep conversations public and be mindful of who you’re engaging with—especially if you haven’t met them in real life.
🚩 Watch out for red flags
Here are some signs a user may not have good intentions:
They ask you to move to another platform to chat (like WhatsApp or Google Hangouts)
They share a dramatic or far-fetched story that seems suspicious
They ask for money, gift cards, or any type of financial support
They request personal or financial info, like your credit card or address
🛑 Never share personal details with someone you don’t know, no matter how friendly they seem.
🔗 Don't click on suspicious links
Avoid clicking on links shared in chat unless you’re confident they’re safe and from a trusted source. Scammers can use links to try to install malware or steal your info.
👋 Managing Friend Requests
❌ Decline or ignore suspicious users
If you receive a friend request from someone you don’t recognize or who seems suspicious, it’s safest to ignore the request
Pro tip: Leaving the request pending (instead of declining) can prevent that person from trying again
👤 How to remove a suspicious friend
If you’ve already added someone and now feel unsure, here’s how to remove them:
Tap the Friends tab in the bottom navigation
Search for the person by name or username
Tap their profile
Tap the green Friends button
Tap Unfriend to confirm
🧰 How to Report Suspicious Activity
🚨 Report a message
If someone posts something inappropriate or scammy in a group chat:
Press and hold the message
Select Report message as inappropriate
This will remove the message from the thread
→ Learn how to report chat messages
🚨 Report a user
Think you’ve come across a scammer?
Visit their profile
Tap the “...” in the top right corner
Select Report user
→ Learn how to report a user
💬 Need Help?
Not sure if something feels off? We’re here to help - Contact Stridekick Support.
Let’s keep Stridekick a safe, friendly space for everyone. 🙌