FAQs - Frequently Asked Questions

1. What exactly does Loiter do?

Loiter helps you discover and share in-person community events happening in your area. It’s designed for local Peninsula residents who want to stay in the loop and for visitors looking to get involved. The focus is on free, local happenings—no chat features or extras, just pure event discovery and posting.

2. Is Loiter free to use?

Yes, browsing and discovering community events will always be free. Right now, posting events is also free, but in the future, there may be a paid option for:

• Posting more frequently than every 28 days
• Posting multiple events in the same location within 28 days
• Posting events that last longer than one day

3. Do I need to download an app, or can I use it on my browser?

Loiter is a mobile-only app available on iOS and Android. There’s no web or browser version at this time.

4. Is it only for the Peninsula area?

Yes, Loiter is currently available only in postcodes 2256 and 2257 on the Central Coast of NSW, Australia. Expansion is planned for the future.

5. Will Loiter expand to other areas?

Yes! Over the next year or so, Loiter plans to expand to other parts of Australia and possibly beyond. The exact locations and timing are still undecided.

6. What kinds of events can I find on Loiter?

Loiter is for free, in-person community events—think garage sales, local meetups, school fetes, and similar gatherings. Events must be open to the public and cannot be restricted to specific groups. Personal gatherings like a private BBQ are not allowed.

7. What’s with the balloons on the map?

Events appear as balloons on a map at their respective locations. You can:

• Filter events by type and timeframe
• Tap a balloon to see event details
• Mark events as favorites
• Set alerts for upcoming events
• Get directions to an event
• Report an event as spam or block a user—all from the same screen

8. Can I search for specific types of events?

Yes! You can filter events by type, timeframe (e.g., “this weekend”), and location to see only what interests you.

9. Does Loiter notify me about events?

Yes, you can set alerts for event types and locations that interest you, so you’ll get a heads-up when something matches.

10. How often are new events added?

As soon as they’re approved!

• Events flagged as OK by the AI will be posted immediately.
• If an event requires human review, it may take longer.

11. How do I add an event?

You’ll need an account first, which requires email and phone verification. Then, simply enter:

• Event name
• Description
• Date & time
• Event type
• Location

12. Why do I need to submit an email and phone number for verification?

This keeps Loiter safe and free from spam. Your details remain private and are only used for verification and moderation. If the AI flags an event as suspicious, the team might reach out to confirm details before it goes live.

13. Can I edit or delete an event after I post it?

Yes!

• Before the event starts, you can edit anything—title, description, date, time, location, or cancel it entirely.
• After the event starts, you can only adjust the end time.
• You can block events from specific users if needed.

14. What happens if an event is reported?

• If AI flags an event, the user is immediately notified.
• If a user reports an event, it is manually reviewed by a human before any action is taken.
• If an event is removed after review, the poster will be notified and will have an option to appeal.

15. Is there a limit to how many events I can add?

Yes:

• One event per user every 28 days
• One event per location within 28 days

In the future, a paid option may allow more frequent postings.

16. Can businesses use Loiter too?

Yes, but only for free community events. No sales, discounts, or promotions are allowed.

17. Can non-profits or charities post events?

Yes! Charities and non-profits are encouraged to post events, including fundraising activities.

18. Do I need to share my location?

No. Loiter does not require your location—you can manually scroll the map to explore events anywhere.

19. How do I know the events are legit?

• Every event is first checked by AI.
• If flagged, a human will review it.
• If needed, the team may email or call the event poster before approving the event.

20. What happens if I block a user?

• You will no longer see any events posted by that user.
• Their events will not appear on your map.

21. Can I share an event with friends?

Not yet—there is currently no event-sharing functionality, but this may be added in the future.

22. Can minors use Loiter?

There is no strict age limit, but because accounts require an email and phone number, most users will likely be 16 or older. All events are moderated for appropriate content.

23. Will Loiter host its own events?

No official “Loiter events,” but the team may post important community events that haven’t yet been added.

24. How can I report an event?

• Tap the report button on the event details page.
• Optionally, provide a reason and add a note.
• Reports are typically reviewed within a few hours.

25. What makes Loiter different from Eventbrite or Nextdoor?

• Eventbrite is for paid/global events, while Loiter focuses on free, hyper-local community events.
• Nextdoor is a general noticeboard, where events get buried—Loiter’s map and balloon format keeps things simple and event-focused.

26. Who’s behind Loiter?

A small team of local developers from Ettalong Beach on the Peninsula who wanted a better way to highlight community events.

27. What if I have a problem or question?

You can contact Loiter via:

• Email
• Website contact form
• Phone or text
• Postal mail

Response times depend on the nature of the query.