Help and Support

Find answers, fix common problems and contact BoardGame Friend support.

Use the sections below for account, profile, location, notification, safety and privacy help. The page works both in a browser and inside the app WebView.

Last updated: 11 July 2026 Support: [[email protected]] Privacy: [[email protected]]

2. Account and sign-in

I cannot sign in to my account

Confirm that your internet connection works, then retry the same sign-in method you used when creating the account. If you used Google or Apple, make sure that account is active on your device.

Restart the app and install the latest available app version. Do not share passwords, verification codes or recovery details with anyone claiming to be support.

I signed in and my profile looks new or empty

You may have used a different email address or sign-in provider. Sign out and try the original method connected to your existing account.

How do I secure my account?

Protect your device, use a secure Google or Apple account, enable device locking and notify support if you believe someone else accessed your account.

3. Profile, photos and files

I cannot upload or change my profile photo

Check that BoardGame Friend has permission to use the camera or photo library. Try a common image format and a smaller file, then restart the app if the upload does not complete.

My profile changes are not visible

Make sure the save action completed and that you are online. Refresh or reopen the profile screen. Some changes may take a short time to appear throughout the app.

What should I avoid adding to my profile?

Do not publish passwords, identity documents, financial information, private addresses or other sensitive information. Share only what is necessary for using the app.

4. Location and nearby results

Nearby players, places or events are not appearing
  1. Confirm that device location is turned on.
  2. Allow location access for BoardGame Friend in device settings.
  3. Disable battery-saving restrictions that may block location updates.
  4. Move to an area with a clearer GPS, Wi-Fi or mobile signal.
  5. Close and reopen the app.
The shown distance or position is inaccurate

Location is an estimate and can be affected by GPS accuracy, buildings, network conditions, device settings and delayed updates. Do not use the app for navigation, emergencies or time-critical safety decisions.

Can I use the app without location access?

Some non-location features may remain available, but nearby discovery and distance-related functions may be limited or unavailable.

5. Notifications

I am not receiving notifications

Check notification permission for BoardGame Friend, confirm that notifications are enabled inside the app where available and review Focus, Do Not Disturb and battery-saving settings.

Notifications may also be delayed by network conditions or external push-notification services.

How do I stop notifications?

Use in-app notification settings where available, or disable BoardGame Friend notifications in your device settings. Essential account or legal communications may still be sent by email when required.

6. Meetups, reporting and safety

For immediate danger: Contact local emergency services. BoardGame Friend support is not an emergency service.

How can I meet another user more safely?

Meet in a public place, arrange your own transport, tell someone you trust, protect your home address and financial details, and leave if the situation feels unsafe.

How do I report abusive or suspicious behaviour?

You can report abusive or suspicious behaviour through the in-app support section by going to Profile → Settings → Solution Center. You can also email us at [email protected] with the relevant profile, event or incident details. Please do not include passwords or unnecessary sensitive information.

8. General troubleshooting

  1. Check your connection. Switch between Wi-Fi and mobile data where available.
  2. Restart the app. Close it fully and open it again.
  3. Review permissions. Confirm that the required device permission is enabled.
  4. Update the app. Install the newest version available from the official app store.
  5. Restart the device. This can restore location, notification and sign-in services.
  6. Contact support. Include the device model, operating-system version, app version and a clear description of the problem.

Before reinstalling: Make sure you know which sign-in method is linked to your account. Reinstalling may remove local app settings or unsaved information.

9. Contact support

Choose the contact address or channel that best matches your request. Replace the placeholder values below with your official contact details before publishing the page.

Support email addresses

General support

[[email protected]]

Account access, sign-in, profile, notification and general technical questions.

Privacy and personal data

[[email protected]]

Privacy questions, personal-data requests, consent and account or data deletion.

Safety and user reports

[[email protected]]

Abuse reports, suspicious behaviour, impersonation and other community-safety concerns.

Business or partnership enquiries

[[email protected]]

Venue, event, community, media and partnership enquiries.

Other contact channels

In-app support

Solution Center

Profile → Settings → Solution Center.

WhatsApp or Telegram

+44 7549 732898

Contact us via WhatsApp or Telegram for support and privacy-related enquiries.

Security reminder: BoardGame Friend support will not ask for passwords, verification codes or full payment-card details.