If you encounter spam or inappropriate content on Meetup, please submit your report directly through our platform. Our Trust and Safety team reviews every report to help maintain a respectful and safe community.
What Is Spam?
Spam refers to messages or content that are:
- Commercial in nature
- Unsolicited or impersonal
- Repetitive or overly promotional
Any content that fits these criteria is considered spam on Meetup.
What Is Inappropriate Content?
Inappropriate content goes beyond spam and includes:
- Derogatory or mean messages
- Offensive photos or other media
- Harassing or bullying comments
- Content that publicly shames or degrades a private individual
Meetup does not allow hate speech, supremacy, or any behavior that incites hate or violence based on personal identity or beliefs.
Note: If you are reporting a derogatory or mean message, please provide additional context under the “Is there anything else you’d like to tell Meetup?” field.
How to Report Content
Reporting a Comment
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Desktop & Mobile Web: Click the Report or X button next to the comment.
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Android & iOS App: Tap the three-dot button next to the comment, then select Report from the pop-up menu.
Reporting a Message
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Desktop & Mobile Web: Open the message you wish to report, click the three-dot button, and select Report from the pop-up menu. If the message is spam, be sure tocheck the box for This person is posting spam.
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Android & iOS App: Follow the same steps as above by opening the message, tapping the three-dots button, and selecting Report.
Reporting a Member
If there is no specific content or message to report, you can report a member directly from their profile:
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Desktop Web:
- Visit the member’s profile.
- Click Report.
- Select the reason for your report from the drop-down menu.
- Click Next.
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Android & iOS App:
- Access the member’s profile.
- Tap the three dots icon in the upper right-hand corner.
- Select Report from the dropdown menu.
- Choose the reason for your report and tap Next.
By following these steps, you help us quickly address any issues and maintain a safe environment for all members. If you happen to have any more details about your report, please include them where prompted.