Common questions
Humboldt Friends FAQ
Quick answers about Humboldt Friends, Friends Circle, safety steps, privacy, and support.
What is Humboldt Friends?
Humboldt Friends is a local social media and friend-making app for adults in Humboldt County, California.
Is Humboldt Friends only for Humboldt County?
Humboldt Friends is focused on Humboldt County cities, towns, and local communities.
Is Humboldt Friends only for people with disabilities?
No. Disability inclusion helped shape the project, but Humboldt Friends is all-inclusive and is not only for disabled people.
What is Friends Circle?
Friends Circle is the higher-trust friend-making path that may include PenPal broadcasts, Buddy Walks, friend matching, moderated chats, and other Friends Circle activities after approval.
Why does Friends Circle require added safety steps?
Added steps such as SMS opt-in, safety confirmations, California ID review, an in-person Friend Interview, and staff review support accountability before higher-trust features open.
Is Humboldt Friends drug-free?
Yes. Humboldt Friends prohibits drug promotion, drug-centered meetups, and using the app for sales, buying, selling, or commercial transactions.
Does Humboldt Friends sell user data?
No. Humboldt Friends does not sell member data.
How do I get support?
Click Support in the app or email support@humboldtfriends.com. Screenshots are helpful during beta.
Is Humboldt Friends an official government or regional center program?
No. Humboldt Friends is independently operated and is not operated by, endorsed by, or acting on behalf of the California Department of Developmental Services, any regional center, Medi-Cal, or the State of California.