Getting started

Pick your platform

You can use Public in two places:

• Web — open public.kim in any modern browser. Works on phones, tablets, and computers.
• Android — install Public on Google Play.

Most features work the same in both apps. Anywhere they differ, the Web and Android sections call it out.

In order

1. Install — Install the Android app (skip this if you only use the web).
2. Create an account — Sign up using your email or Google. You can also enter an invite code if a friend gave you one.
3. Sign in — Sign in the next time you open the app.
4. Finish your welcome checklist — First steps walks you through the 7-step welcome onboarding (avatar, profile, people, pages, first post, and more).

Quick links (web)

• Create an account: public.kim/signup
• Sign in: public.kim/login
• Forgot password: public.kim/forgot

Common questions

Can I use the same account on web and Android?

Yes. Public uses one account across public.kim and the Android app. Sign up once and sign in anywhere.

Do I need an invite code to sign up?

No. Invite codes are optional. If a friend shared one, enter it during sign-up for referral benefits.

What is the welcome checklist?

After your first sign-in, Public guides you through seven onboarding steps: avatar, profile, people, pages, first post, and more. See First steps in Getting started.