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Adding Your First Friends

Four easy ways to add friends on Buddzy. Use contacts import, referral links, QR codes, or username search to grow your crew.

Buddzy without friends is like a Galaxy with no planets — technically it exists, but there's nothing to look at. The good news is that adding your first friends is ridiculously easy, and Buddzy gives you four different methods to do it. Whether your friends are already on the app or you need to recruit them, there's a path that works. Let's go through all your options so you can start populating that Galaxy as fast as possible.

How It Works

Here are the four ways to add friends on Buddzy, from fastest to most targeted:

1. Contacts Import

Grant Buddzy access to your address book and the app will instantly check which of your contacts are already on Buddzy. Your contact info is handled privately and stays on your device. Anyone who matches shows up as a suggested friend — just tap to add them.

2. Referral Link

Got friends who haven't joined Buddzy yet? Send them your personal referral link through any messaging app, text, or social media. When your friend taps the link and creates their account, you'll automatically be connected in the app — and you get 50 Orbs as a referral reward. That's a solid bonus just for spreading the word.

3. QR Code

Every Buddzy user has a unique QR code in their profile. Hanging out with someone in person? Pull up your QR code and have them scan it (or scan theirs). Instant connection, no typing needed.

4. Username Search

If you know someone's Buddzy username, you can search for them directly. Just head to the add friends section, type in their exact username, and send a friend request. This is great when someone tells you their username in conversation or posts it somewhere.

Which Method Should You Use First?

For most new users, the best strategy is to start with contacts import to find everyone who's already on the app, then use referral links to bring in friends who haven't joined yet. QR codes are perfect for in-person meetups, and username search is your backup for specific people.

Pro Tips

  • Don't wait until you have "enough" friends to start playing. Even two or three connections give you a fully functional Buddzy experience with Streaks, leaderboards, and Galaxy activity.
  • Share your referral link in your close friends' group chat. Buddzy is way more fun when your whole crew is on it.
  • Check back after your initial import periodically. New friends might join Buddzy over time, and a fresh import will catch anyone you missed.
  • When you add a friend, send them a Star immediately. It signals that you're active and ready to play, and it could kick off your first Streak together.

The more friends you have, the richer your Galaxy becomes. Start connecting.

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