KF.SocialHow we keep Plans safe
Three commitments underpin every Plan on KF.Social.
Everyone chose to be there
Nobody wanders into a KF.Social Plan. Every person in the group chose to join it, which is a poor fit for anyone whose plan depends on getting you somewhere quiet.
Public places
Plans meet in public places, never a private home. You meet a group somewhere open and busy, with other people around.
Real moderation
People, not just filters, review reports. Blocking, reporting and clear conduct rules are one tap away, and we act on what we hear.
The safety library
Plain-language guides on staying safe, protecting your privacy, and spotting trouble online.
AI-Generated Deepfake Scams Deepfake technology allows scammers to impersonate anyone through realistic fake video and audio. Learn how to verify identity when you cannot trust what you see or hear. Read article → AI-Powered Social Engineering Artificial intelligence is giving criminals new tools to create highly personalised, convincing social engineering attacks that are far harder to detect than traditional scams. Read article → Common Online Scams and How to Spot Them Online scams are constantly evolving, but the tactics behind them follow recognisable patterns. Understanding these patterns is your best defence. Read article → Controlling Who Sees Your Posts Understanding and adjusting who can see your posts is one of the most effective ways to protect your privacy on social media. Read article → Creating Strong Passwords Weak passwords remain one of the top reasons accounts get compromised. Discover how to build passwords that are both strong and memorable. Read article → Credential Stuffing: Why Reusing Passwords Is Dangerous Credential stuffing is an automated attack where criminals use stolen username and password combinations from one breach to access your accounts on other platforms. Read article → The Dangers of Sharenting: Protecting Your Family Online Every photo, birthday post, and school-gate selfie builds a digital dossier of your child. Understanding the risks of sharenting protects your family. Read article → Dealing with Inappropriate Content Learn how to handle and report inappropriate content you may encounter on our platform. Read article → Deepfakes: How to Spot Manipulated Media Deepfakes are AI-generated or AI-manipulated images, videos, and audio recordings designed to look and sound authentic. Knowing how to spot them is an increasingly important skill. Read article → Digital Footprints: What Employers and Universities Look For Your digital footprint follows you into job interviews and university applications. Knowing what recruiters look for puts you in control. Read article → Doxxing: What It Is and How to Protect Yourself Doxxing is the malicious exposure of someone's private information online. Understanding how it happens is key to preventing it. Read article → Fake Customer Support Scams Scammers impersonate customer support agents to steal credentials and install remote access software. Learn how to verify genuine support contacts. Read article → What to Do If You Feel Unsafe During a Meetup If you feel unsafe during an in-person meeting with someone from an online platform, there are immediate steps you can take to protect yourself. Read article → Friends First: Respectful Conduct KF.Social exists to help people make friends. Clear conduct expectations keep every table relaxed, respectful, and welcoming. Read article → Your Rights Under GDPR and Data Protection Laws UK data protection laws give you powerful rights over your personal data. Understanding these rights allows you to take control of how organisations collect, use, and store your information. Read article → General Online Safety What are some things I can do for my online safety and privacy in general? Read article → Handling Online Meeting Requests Learn how to safely handle requests for in-person meetings from online contacts. Read article → Handling Unknown Friend Requests What should I do if somebody I don't recognize sends me a friend request? Read article → How Data Brokers Collect and Sell Your Information Data brokers are companies that collect, compile, and sell personal information about individuals, often without their knowledge or meaningful consent. Read article → How to Document and Report Abuse Proper documentation makes your report stronger and more actionable. Learn the right way to capture and preserve evidence of online abuse. Read article → How to Respond to Online Harassment Online harassment can escalate quickly. Knowing the right steps to take protects you and strengthens any future reports or legal action. Read article → How We Handle Your Dietary Information We collect your dietary needs once, for a single purpose: choosing a restaurant that can feed everyone. We never share them with the restaurant or other guests. Read article → Investment and Cryptocurrency Scams Investment scams promise extraordinary returns with minimal risk. Understanding their mechanics is the best way to protect your money. Read article → Job and Recruitment Scams Fraudulent job offers exploit people searching for work. Learn to distinguish genuine opportunities from scams designed to steal your money or personal data. Read article → Keeping Your Devices and Apps Updated Software updates do more than add new features. They patch critical security vulnerabilities that attackers actively exploit. Read article → Location Sharing Risks: Using Local Discovery Without Exposing Your Address Local discovery features connect you with people and events nearby, but sharing your location carelessly can expose your home address and daily routine. Read article → Managing Your Digital Footprint Your digital footprint is the trail of data you leave behind every time you use the internet. Managing it proactively protects your privacy and reputation. Read article → Meeting New People Over Dinner Safely Sharing a meal with new people should feel exciting, not nerve-wracking. KF.Social dinners are built around a handful of design choices that keep the experience safe. Read article → Minor Safety and Privacy What should I know about the safety and privacy of minors? Read article → Oversharing on Social Media Sharing too much on social media can expose you to burglary, identity theft, and social engineering. Knowing what not to post is just as important as knowing what to share. Read article → Payment and Booking Scams Payment scams work by pulling you away from a platform's official, protected checkout. Knowing how KF.Social charges you means you can spot a fake request instantly. Read article → Pig Butchering Scams Pig butchering scams are sophisticated, long-term investment frauds that begin with friendly contact on social platforms and end with devastating financial losses. Read article → Platform-Specific Safety What should I know about the safety of my account on KF.Social? Read article → Profile Privacy Best Practices Your profile is the first thing people see on social media. Configuring it with privacy in mind reduces your exposure to data harvesting, impersonation, and unwanted contact. Read article → QR Code Scams (Quishing) Fraudulent QR codes can redirect you to malicious websites or trigger unwanted payments. Know how to verify a QR code before you scan it. Read article → Recognising Advanced Online Grooming Grooming does not stop at age 13. Older teens face sophisticated tactics including fake mentors, career opportunities, and financial manipulation. Read article → Recognising Cyberbullying Cyberbullying takes many forms, from exclusion and trolling to harassment campaigns. Knowing the signs is the first step to addressing it. Read article → Recognising Phishing Emails and Messages Phishing attacks trick people into revealing passwords, financial details, and personal data. Knowing the warning signs is your strongest defence. Read article → Reverse Image Search and Identity Theft Reverse image search tools can reveal whether your photos are being used on fake profiles or fraudulent websites. Knowing how to use them is an important step in protecting your identity. Read article → Romance Scams: When Feelings Are Weaponised Romance scammers build emotional connections to exploit trust. Learn to recognise their tactics before feelings cloud your judgement. Read article → Running Safe Community Events and Group Meetups Planning a community event or group meetup through KF.Social? Follow these practical steps to ensure everyone has a safe and enjoyable experience. Read article → Safe Browsing Habits for Social and Marketplace Users Safe browsing habits protect your personal data and financial information when using social platforms and online marketplaces. Read article → Safe Offline Meetups: A Guide for Young Adults Meeting someone from the internet in person is exciting, but preparation is essential. These practical tips keep you safe without taking away the fun. Read article → How to Safely Meet an Online Friend in Person Meeting an online friend in real life can be rewarding, but preparation is everything. Follow these practical steps to stay safe. Read article → Secure Payments: Protecting Your Financial Information Online Online marketplace transactions require vigilance. Learn how to protect your financial information and recognise fraudulent payment requests. Read article → Sextortion and Image-Based Abuse Sextortion is a form of blackmail involving intimate images. Knowing how it works and where to report it can protect you from further harm. Read article → Sextortion Targeting Young People Sextortion scams specifically target young people using shame and fear. Understanding the tactics used against you is the strongest defence. Read article → SIM Swapping Attacks Explained A SIM swapping attack allows criminals to take control of your phone number, intercepting calls and messages, including the verification codes that protect your accounts. Read article → Smishing: SMS Phishing Attacks Smishing is a form of phishing that uses text messages to trick you into clicking malicious links, sharing personal information, or downloading harmful software. Read article → Subscription Traps and Dark Patterns Subscription traps and dark patterns use deceptive design to trick you into paying for services you did not intend to buy. Know your rights and how to fight back. Read article → The Rise of Synthetic Identity Fraud Synthetic identity fraud combines real and fabricated personal information to create entirely new identities that can pass verification checks. Read article → Talking to Your 18 or 19 Year Old About Meeting People Safely Your 18 year old makes their own choices now. A calm, honest conversation helps them make good ones. Read article → What Teens Should Know About the Law and Digital Media Being under 18 does not exempt you from the law. Forwarding an explicit image, making online threats, and harassment all carry real legal consequences. Read article → Trolling vs Harassment: Knowing the Difference Trolling can be irritating, but harassment is a crime. Understanding where the line falls empowers you to respond appropriately. Read article → Two-Factor Authentication Explained Two-factor authentication adds a critical second layer of protection to your accounts. Learn the different methods available and how to set them up. Read article → Understanding App Permissions Every time an app requests permission to access your camera, microphone, location, or contacts, it is asking for a level of trust. Understanding what each permission allows is essential. Read article → How to Verify Someone's Identity Before a Meetup Before meeting someone from an online platform in person, take practical steps to confirm they are who they claim to be. Read article → Voice Cloning Scams Modern AI can clone a person's voice from as little as three seconds of audio. Criminals are using this technology to impersonate family members and trusted contacts in phone scams. Read article → What Is Identity Theft and How to Prevent It Identity theft occurs when someone uses your personal information without your consent, typically for financial gain. Understanding how it works is the first step to protecting yourself. Read article → What to Do After a Data Breach If your personal data has been exposed in a breach, taking swift action can significantly limit the damage. Follow these steps to protect yourself immediately. Read article → What to Do If Your Account Is Compromised If you suspect your account has been compromised, acting quickly is critical. Follow these steps to regain control and protect your data. Read article → Your First KF Dinner: What to Expect Feeling nervous before your first dinner is completely normal. Knowing exactly what happens at each step, and how it keeps you safe, makes the whole evening easier. Read article →
Safe by design
Meet new people with confidence
Public places, human moderation, and a group where everyone chose to be there. The friendly way to make new friends, built to feel safe from the first hello.