Groups with friends or solo
Create a group with your friends, start solo and grow, or join an existing group. Each group has its own profile, photos, vibe and members.
Now live
Meet people the way you would in real life. In groups, not in DMs.
GroupUp is a social app for real-life plans. Create a group with your friends, discover groups nearby, match with others, and turn an idea into a real meetup in minutes.
- Available on the App Store
- iOS
- On Google Play
- Android
- Match and meet together
- Groups
GroupUp Live
Nearby groups
Friday Coffee Crew
3 members · 1.2 km · Coffee
Sunset Hikers
5 members · 3.4 km · Outdoor
City Explorers
4 members · 0.8 km · Going out
Board Game Night
6 members · 2.1 km · Indoor
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What you can do in GroupUp
Everything below is in the app today — groups, matching, events, map, chat, and friends.
Group-to-group matching
Swipe through groups that fit your radius, interests and vibe. When both groups like each other, a shared group chat opens automatically.
Events you can actually plan
Create activities with date, location and attendee limits. Other groups or solo users can join or request to come along.
Map & discover nearby
See active groups, people and events around you on a live map. Tap to open details, members, and the next available action.
Group, match and event chats
Once you match or join an event, the chat is right there. Share photos, agree on a meeting point, and keep group and event context together.
Real profiles, not just a name
Multi-photo profiles with interests, languages, and a short bio. We require at least three real photos and moderate uploads so groups know who they are meeting.
Friends after the meetup
Add people you actually met as friends. Invite them into new groups or to events later, so good connections do not get lost.
Smart push notifications
We push you only when it matters. Open a chat and pushes for that thread go silent, so the app does not spam you.
Features
Group-to-group matching
Swipe through groups that fit your radius, interests and vibe. When both groups like each other, a shared group chat opens automatically.
- Map & discover nearby
- Events you can actually plan
- Group, match and event chats
- Friends after the meetup
GroupUp Live
Nearby groups
Friday Coffee Crew
3 members · 1.2 km · Coffee
Sunset Hikers
5 members · 3.4 km · Outdoor
City Explorers
4 members · 0.8 km · Going out
Board Game Night
6 members · 2.1 km · Indoor
How it works
From idea to meetup in 3 steps
Whether you just moved to a new city or want to bring your friends together more often, GroupUp is built to make plans happen.
- 1
Create or join a group
Set up your group with your friends or join an existing one near you.
- 2
Set vibe, radius and status
Choose what you are up for: coffee, going out, exploring, anything in between.
- 3
Match, chat, meet
Match with other groups, plan the details in chat and meet for real.
Safety & control
Safer than yet another DM app
Meeting strangers should still feel safe. We build GroupUp around group context, moderation and clear consent.
Group context, not blind matches
You always see who else is in the group before saying yes. No anonymous one-on-ones in the dark.
Requests, not pressure
Groups review join requests and event invites. Anyone can decline at any time.
Moderated profiles
Profile photos go through automated and human moderation. Unsuitable uploads get removed.
Report and block
Report users, groups or messages in one tap. Our admin team reviews and acts.
Get GroupUp
Download free and start planning.
GroupUp is live on iPhone and Android. Create your group and meet people through real activities — not endless scrolling.
iOS on the App Store
Install in one tap. Updates roll out automatically.
Android on Google Play
Same app, same features — groups, events, and chat on your phone.
Questions or feedback?
Email us anytime. We read every message and improve the app continuously.
Download
Get the app
Pick your store, install GroupUp, and sign up in the app in a few minutes.
- iOS on the App Store
- Android on Google Play
- Questions or feedback?
Install GroupUp
Free download. You need an account to use the app — registration takes about two minutes.
Need help? support@groupup.network
Frequently asked questions
Is GroupUp free?
Yes. Download is free. Core features — groups, matching, events, map, chat, and profiles — are included.
Do I need friends to start?
No. You can join existing groups solo, or start your own group and grow it on GroupUp. Many people start solo and run a group within a week.
Where does it work best?
GroupUp is location-based and works anywhere, but it shines in cities with active groups. We are focusing on Germany first.
How do you handle my data?
We only use your data to run GroupUp. See our Privacy Policy for the details. You can delete your account at any time in the app.