How to start a meetup

Start a Nearby meetup on Android and choose the place everyone should reach.

Quick answer

Open Nearby, find the destination on the map, tap Plan a meetup, and choose Start a Meetup. Nearby then opens the sharing options for your new event.

Nearby sheet with Start a Meetup and Join with Code options
Nearby 1.1.0 on Android, captured on 22 September 2026. Controls may move slightly as the app improves.
Walkthrough

Follow these steps

  1. 01

    Open the map

    Nearby opens on your current area with the Plan a meetup card at the bottom.

  2. 02

    Find the destination

    Use Search location or move the map until the pin is on the place your group should reach.

  3. 03

    Open the meetup choices

    Tap Plan a meetup, then choose Start a Meetup.

  4. 04

    Check and share

    Confirm the destination, then invite people with the link, QR code, six-digit code, or your Nearby friends.

Ready to try it?

Start a meetup on Android and send one link to everyone else.

Get Nearby
Nearby sheet with Start a Meetup and Join with Code options

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