About us
BeSocial. is a friendship-first social app designed to help people form genuine friendships and make meaningful connections.
We started BeSocial. because making friends as an adult can be hard. You might be new to Melbourne, working from home, studying, rebuilding your social circle, or just wanting to meet people outside your usual routine. Even with social media and group chats, it can still be difficult to find people you genuinely connect with.
Through the app, you can discover people nearby, connect over shared interests, answer conversation prompts, and meet others who are also open to building new friendships.
BeSocial. Melbourne on Meetup is an extension of the app. These events are a way for people to meet in person through relaxed, low-pressure activities like coffee catch-ups, walks, brunches, markets, games, creative outings, and social mixers.
The app helps you start the connection, and the events give you a chance to meet face-to-face.
You don’t need to come with a friend, know anyone beforehand, or be the most outgoing person in the room. The aim is simply to create a welcoming space where people can meet, chat, and hopefully find people they connect with.
Whether you’re new to Melbourne or just looking to expand your circle, BeSocial. is here to make meeting new people feel a little easier.
Download BeSocial. today!
https://apps.apple.com/au/app/besocial/id6759604739
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.appetiser.besocial&hl=en
BeSocial Attendance Policy
Why we have this policy
BeSocial. events are planned around RSVP numbers. Venues set aside tables, staff and food for us based on how many people say they're coming, and many events have a waitlist of people keen to get a spot. When someone RSVPs and doesn't show, that seat sits empty while someone who wanted to come misses out. This policy keeps our events full of people who want to be there.
How to cancel
If you can't make it, change your RSVP to "Not going" on the event page. That's all you need to do, and your spot automatically goes to the next person on the waitlist. Please cancel at least 24 hours before the event. We'll send you a reminder 48 hours before so you have plenty of time. RSVPs and the waitlist close 3 hours before each event.
No RSVP, no entry
To keep numbers accurate for our venues, only members who have RSVP'd "Going" (or bought a ticket for paid events) can join the event. If you turn up without an RSVP, we won't be able to let you in, even if you're a group member. If an event is full, join the waitlist and you'll be notified if a spot opens up.
What counts as what
🟢 Cancelling 24 hours or more before: completely fine, no warning or strike.
🟡 Cancelling 3–24 hours before: a warning. One warning is a friendly heads up. Two warnings in the same month count as one strike.
🔴 Cancelling less than 3 hours before, or not showing up without cancelling: a strike. At that point it's almost impossible to fill your spot from the waitlist.
🚫 Removal: you'll be removed from the group if you get strikes at two back-to-back events you RSVP'd to, or two strikes in the same calendar month.
Some examples
- You change your RSVP to “Not going” 10 hours before an event (a warning), then 20 hours before another event that month (a second warning). Two warnings in a month count as one strike.
- You RSVP to an event on the 5th and don’t show up or cancel, then do the same for an event on the 20th: two strikes in a month, which means removal.
- You don't show up on the 28th, then don't show up to the next event you RSVP'd to on the 3rd: strikes at back-to-back events, which means removal, even though it's a new month.
Monthly reset
Your warning and strike count resets at the start of each month. The one exception is back-to-back events: if you get a strike at an event and then another strike at the very next event you RSVP'd to, that means removal, even if the two events fall in different months.
Got a spot from the waitlist at the last minute?
If you're moved off the waitlist less than 24 hours before the event, cancelling will only ever count as a warning, never a strike, even inside the 3-hour window. Not showing up without cancelling is still a strike. This doesn't apply if you cancelled your original RSVP and rejoined the waitlist for the same event.
Emergencies
Life happens, and we understand. If something genuinely unexpected comes up, like illness or a family emergency, message us before the event and we'll take it into account. To keep things fair for everyone, we can make one emergency exception per person each month.
How you'll know
If you get a warning or strike, we'll message you to let you know, so nothing comes as a surprise. If you think we've got it wrong, for example you were there but we missed you at check-in, just reply to the message and we'll sort it out.
If you're removed
If you're removed, you can send a request to rejoin through Meetup and we'll review it. We're happy to welcome you back as long as you're committed to updating your RSVPs. If you're removed a second time, you won't be able to rejoin.
In short: if you can no longer attend an event you’ve RSVP’d to, please change your RSVP to “Not going.” It only takes ten seconds, helps our organisers plan each event accurately, and lets us keep creating amazing experiences for our community. See you at the next event! 👋
Featured event
BeSocial. Real Talk Night (Prompt-Based Conversations)
Join us for “Real Talk Night” a deeper, more meaningful kind of meetup built around prompt-based conversations. Each session features thoughtful questions designed to spark honest discussions, fresh perspectives, and genuine connection.
This is a space to go beyond small talk, share experiences, and be heard in a supportive, respectful environment. You can participate as much or as little as you like — whether you’re opening up or simply listening, you’re welcome here.
Please note that downloading our app is a requirement for attending the event. The app will be used throughout the event for prompts, activities, and other interactive content so having it ready will ensure you can fully participate.
https://apps.apple.com/au/app/besocial/id6759604739
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.appetiser.besocial&hl=en
Attendance policy: BeSocial events are booked around RSVP numbers, so please change your RSVP to "Not going" at least 24 hours before if you can't attend.
- Cancelling 3–24 hours before = a warning (2 warnings in a month = 1 strike)
- Cancelling less than 3 hours before, or not showing up = 1 strike
- Strikes at back-to-back events, or 2 strikes in the same month = removal from the group
- Your count resets at the start of each month (back-to-back strikes still count across months)
- Only members RSVP'd as "Going" (or with a ticket for paid events) can attend. No RSVP, no entry.
Genuine emergencies happen. Message us before the event and we'll take it into account.
Event photography and videography may take place at this event. Images and footage captured may be used in future BeSocial promotional materials.
If you do not wish to appear in promotional materials, please notify Nexaro Group Pty Ltd before the event by emailing support@besocialapp.co, or let the event hosts know on the day.
Upcoming events
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BeSocial. Real Talk Night (Prompt-Based Conversations)
The Fitz Cafe and Rooftop Bar, 347 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy, AUJoin us for “Real Talk Night” a deeper, more meaningful kind of meetup built around prompt-based conversations. Each session features thoughtful questions designed to spark honest discussions, fresh perspectives, and genuine connection.
This is a space to go beyond small talk, share experiences, and be heard in a supportive, respectful environment. You can participate as much or as little as you like — whether you’re opening up or simply listening, you’re welcome here.
Please note that downloading our app is a requirement for attending the event. The app will be used throughout the event for prompts, activities, and other interactive content so having it ready will ensure you can fully participate.
https://apps.apple.com/au/app/besocial/id6759604739
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.appetiser.besocial&hl=en
Attendance policy: BeSocial events are booked around RSVP numbers, so please change your RSVP to "Not going" at least 24 hours before if you can't attend.
- Cancelling 3–24 hours before = a warning (2 warnings in a month = 1 strike)
- Cancelling less than 3 hours before, or not showing up = 1 strike
- Strikes at back-to-back events, or 2 strikes in the same month = removal from the group
- Your count resets at the start of each month (back-to-back strikes still count across months)
- Only members RSVP'd as "Going" (or with a ticket for paid events) can attend. No RSVP, no entry.
Genuine emergencies happen. Message us before the event and we'll take it into account.
Event photography and videography may take place at this event. Images and footage captured may be used in future BeSocial promotional materials.
If you do not wish to appear in promotional materials, please notify Nexaro Group Pty Ltd before the event by emailing support@besocialapp.co, or let the event hosts know on the day.
16 attendees
Past events
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