Creating Your First Community
A step-by-step guide to creating and setting up a new community
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4Getting Started with Communities
Learn how to create your first community and start connecting with others
How to Find Communities
Discover local communities near you using the Discover page, map view, and search
Setting Up Your Profile
Personalize your profile with a photo, bio, skills, and privacy settings
Features
5Community Calendar & Events
Browse events on the calendar, respond with guest counts, and create events to bring your community together
Messaging & Chat
Stay in touch with direct messages for private conversations and community chat for group discussions
Promoting Your Community
Create printable posters and business cards with QR codes to spread the word about your community, events, and places
Sharing Contact Information
How to share your phone, email, and address with other members through the contact request system
Understanding Community Content
Learn about the different types of content you can create and discover in your communities
Community Management
5Community Settings
A complete guide to configuring your community — from basic info and privacy to roles, integrations, and more
Growing Your Community
Invite new members through links, email, and social sharing — plus tips for reaching the right people
Managing Members
Approve join requests, assign roles, track referrals, and manage your community's membership
Subscription Plans
Compare Free, Pro, and Unlimited plans — what they include and how to manage your subscription
Understanding Roles & Permissions
Learn how to create and manage roles to control what members can do in your community