Real people. Real plans. Real time.
Your City. In Real Time.
Discover real plans, real people, and real experiences happening around you — right now.
Launching in
Coffee & Code
12 going
Football Match
18 going
Cricket Practice
22 going
Bowling Night
14 going
Zumba Class
25 going
Marathon Training
30 going
Pub Crawl
16 going
Beach Volleyball
12 going
Mumbai, India
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What is NEAR?
A social discovery app that helps you find, create, and join real-world activities on a live city map — instantly.
Live Map
See events and activities happening around you in real-time on an interactive map.
Join Instantly
One tap to join. No endless DMs or waiting for responses.
Verified Users
Everyone is verified. No fake profiles, no catfishing.
Real People
Connect with genuine people who share your interests and values.
The Problem We're Solving
Social discovery is broken. Here's what's wrong with how we connect today.
Plans Die in Group Chats
Great ideas get lost in endless messages. By the time you decide, the moment has passed.
Too Many Fake Profiles
You never know who you're really talking to. Catfishing and bots are everywhere.
Unsafe Meetups
Meeting strangers online feels risky. No verification, no safety features, no peace of mind.
No Easy Way to Meet People
Finding like-minded people in your city shouldn't be this hard. There has to be a better way.
The NEAR Solution
We're rebuilding social discovery from the ground up. Here's how we're doing it differently.
Map-Based Discovery
See what's happening around you right now. No endless scrolling, just real events on a live map.
One-Tap Join
Found something interesting? Join instantly. No DMs, no waiting, no hassle.
Verified Users
Everyone is ID-verified and face-matched. Real people only. No exceptions.
Aura Reputation
Build your reputation through real interactions. Good vibes = higher Aura score.
Gender-Safe Controls
Women can choose to only see events created by other women. Your safety, your choice.
Auto Group Chat
When you join, you're instantly added to a group chat with everyone else going. No awkward intros.
Key Features
Everything you need to discover and create real-world connections.
Live Social Map
Real-time map showing events and activities happening around you right now.
Instant Lobbies
Join events instantly. No approval needed, just tap and go.
KYC Verification
ID verification and face matching ensure everyone is real.
Aura Reputation
Build your reputation score through positive interactions and verified attendance.
Women Safety Mode
Women can filter to see only events created by other verified women.
Auto Group Chat
Automatically added to group chats when you join an event.
Creator Dashboards
Track your event performance, RSVPs, and audience engagement.
Business Events
Local businesses can promote events and reach nearby customers.
Built for Safety First
Your safety is our top priority. We've built multiple layers of protection to give you peace of mind.
ID Verification
Every user must verify their identity with a government-issued ID. No exceptions.
Face Match AI
Advanced AI matches your selfie to your ID photo to prevent identity theft.
SOS Button
One-tap emergency button that shares your location with trusted contacts and authorities.
Location Blur
Control how precise your location is shared. Blur your exact location for privacy.
Active Moderation
24/7 AI and human moderation team ensures safe, respectful interactions.
Safety isn't optional. Every feature, every design decision, every policy is built with your security and well-being in mind.
How It Works
Getting started with NEAR is simple. Here's how it works.
Download NEAR
Get the app from the App Store or Google Play.
Get Verified
Complete ID verification and face match in under 2 minutes.
Explore Map
See real-time events and activities happening around you.
Join Plan
Tap to join any event that interests you. No approval needed.
Meet IRL
Show up, connect, and have real experiences with real people.
See It In Action
Here's what NEAR looks like. Coming soon to iOS and Android.
12 events nearby
Live Social Map
Coffee & Code
Event Card
Jordan Doe
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Events
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Connections
Profile & Aura
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For Creators & Businesses
Build your community, promote your events, and grow your audience with NEAR.
Host Meetups
Create events and gather your community in real life. Build meaningful connections offline.
Promote Events
Reach people in your area instantly. Your events appear on the live map for nearby users.
Track RSVPs
See who's coming, manage capacity, and get real-time updates on your event performance.
Monetize Audience
Charge for premium events, sell tickets, or accept donations from your community.
Whether you're a content creator, local business, or community organizer, NEAR helps you connect with your audience in the real world.
What People Are Saying
Early testers are already loving NEAR. Here's what they have to say.
"Finally, an app that actually helps you meet people in real life. No more ghosting, no more fake profiles. Just real plans with real people."
Alex Chen
College Student, NYU
"As a creator, NEAR has been game-changing. I can host meetups and actually see my community show up. The verification system gives everyone peace of mind."
Maya Patel
Content Creator
"We've been using NEAR to promote our events and it's brought in so many new customers. The map-based discovery is brilliant."
David Kim
Café Owner, Brooklyn