How to Use Ledge

Getting Started

  1. Create an account:
    • Press "Create Account" and fill out information, or
    • Use "Sign in with Apple" for automatic account creation
  2. Complete your profile:
    • Go to Profile → Edit Profile to add your description
    • Access Full Profile tab to add a profile picture

Video guide: Creating your account

Using the Map View

  1. Navigate the map to see events around you
  2. Event markers are color-coded:
    • Red markers indicate private events
    • Blue markers indicate public events
    • Icons indicate event category
  3. View event details:
    • Tap a marker to see the event preview
    • Tap the preview box to see full details including attendees, description, and time
The map view also provides access to Profile, Filter, Groups, Friends, and New Events features

Video guide: Navigating the map and viewing events

RSVPing to Events

  1. Find an event you're interested in:
    • Browse the map for event markers
    • Check your group events
  2. View event details:
    • Tap the event marker
    • Review event information and requirements
  3. RSVP process:
    • Click "RSVP" button
    • Wait for host approval (if required)
Some events may require host approval before your RSVP is confirmed. Check the event details for specific requirements.

Video guide: How to RSVP to events

Creating Events

  1. From the map view:
    • Tap "New Event" in the bottom left corner
  2. From a group:
    • Must be a group admin
    • Press "New Event" on the group page
  3. Required information:
    • Event name
    • Description
    • Location (address or map pin)
  4. Optional fields:
    • Category
    • Maximum number of people
  5. Setting location:
    • Enter street address (defaults to Chicago)
    • Pin location directly on the map (recommended)
Events are private by default. To create public events, you must be verified with the Ledge team. Contact us through the Contact page or Instagram.

Video guide: Creating and setting up an event

Adding & Managing Friends

  1. Access friend features:
    • Open your profile or tap the Friends button in map view
    • Select "Add Friends with QR" to begin
  2. Adding a new friend:
    • Meet with the person you want to add
    • One person selects "Open Scanner"
    • Other person displays their QR code
    • Scan code to establish connection
  3. View your friends list:
    • Tap Friends button from map view
    • Browse your complete friends list
    • Use search bar to find specific friends
Adding friends requires in-person QR code scanning for security. This helps ensure genuine connections and prevents unwanted friend requests.

Video guide: Adding friends using QR codes