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If you are a frequent BeReal user, you have probably noticed the banner introducing you to RealGroups—the feature that lets you create groups on the app. Here’s what you need to know about RealGroups and whether the feature is safe and useful.
What Are RealGroups on BeReal?
RealGroups are similar to group chats on iMessage or Instagram DMs, but more tailored to the BeReal platform. You can add friends, name the group, and send messages to that group.
Depending on your settings, BeReal will also send you specificTime to BeRealnotifications just for that group to share with each other—separate from the main BeReal notification of the day for all users.
RealGroups were added to the growing list ofuseful BeReal featuresto give frequent users more things to do on the app.
Only the people in your group can see the BeReal you post when you get the notification for that group. Be sure not to confuse it with the main BeReal feed.
you may turn offTime to BeRealnotifications, so the group won’t receive any. Then, the RealGroup is for messaging only.
RealGroups are the only way to directly message others in the app, since RealChats were removed. You can also comment on public BeReals, but then everyone else can see your conversation.
How to Create a RealGroup on BeReal
To create a group on BeReal, first tap theRealGroups banneror theplus iconon your home feed. Then tapCreate a groupand customize the emoji, name, and how often the group will receiveTime to BeRealnotifications. TapNext.
Then, invite your friends from the list. You will see your group appear.
You can change the settings by tapping thethree dots iconin the top right corner. For example, you can add someone new to the established group by tappingAdd membersunderMembersin these settings.
If you are the creator of the RealGroup, you can change the settings at any time.
It is also important to note that you can only be in up to two RealGroups at this time.
Are RealGroups Safe to Send Messages In?
The BeReal websitenotes that messages sent in RealGroups are not end-to-end encrypted. So, while only your friends in the group should be able to see your messages, be careful not to send anything personal or inappropriate. The lack of end-to-end encryption means that there is a slight risk of someone else seeing something they shouldn’t.
It’s also useful to remember thatother users can screenshot your BeReal posts, even in RealGroups.
If you notice something unsafe or innapropriate being posted in a RealGroup, you can also report it by tapping thethree dotsin the upper right corner of the chat and tappingReport.
RealGroups are a great way to engage more with the BeReal app, especially if you love the idea of a more authentic social media platform but wish there was more to do on BeReal.
