Kik started out as a social messaging platform on which two people, strangers or friends, could communicate with one another. However, since then, the platform has grown to be a multimedia platform that you can use to talk with bots, groups, and even some companies that allow for social interactions. Kik also offers the function to join an existing group chat, or to make one yourself. Here are a few reasons why you should absolutely join or create a group chat!
Meet Like-Minded People
This may potentially be the biggest reason for joining a group chat. Group chats on Kik are divided per interest. So, when you are looking for a group chat, you will need to fill in a keyword in the search bar, like Overwatch. Then, you’ll receive results for various groups containing people who enjoy talking about Overwatch. It’s an ideal way to find like-minded people to chat with instead of having to search for them through hundreds of Kik Usernames.
Chat Whenever You Like
Sometimes you’ll find yourself awake at 2 a.m. in the morning with no one to talk to. However, when you’re in a group chat on Kik, there’s a big chance that there’s someone from another time zone online to chat with you. You can still send messages, memes, or ask a question, and there’ll be someone to answer them for you.
Do Activities Together
Sometimes, there’ll be a Kik group from a specific area in your country or province. For instance, many LGBT+ groups often host get-togethers to talk to others in real life and to support each other as well. When you join a group from your city, chances are that you will get to meet them in real life as well. Always be careful, though, and tell your friends or your parents about your plans and whereabouts. You can also bring someone you trust with you for extra safety.
Make Friends
There are plenty of Kik groups dedicated to befriending others. So, if you’re looking to make new friends, you can join a group and start chatting with other members. If you enjoy talking to one specific person, you can ask them if they are interested in chatting in a private chat so you can get to know each other even better. Perhaps you’ll have just met a new friend for life!
Keep Your Friends and Family Updated
You don’t always need to talk to strangers in a Kik group, you can also create a group for your friends or family members to keep each other updated on the current events. For instance, if you have a distant cousin in Sweden while you live in the U.S., you can add them to your group and ask them how their life in Sweden is and if there are any significant differences. Kik group chats with your friends and family help you to connect with people you usually wouldn’t speak to that often. You can be guaranteed that your grandma thoroughly enjoys the chats with her grandchildren from across the world.
