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Messaging
Message other members through the ViaPads platform — never share personal contact info.
2 min readBy ViaPads Team
Community messaging
ViaPads messaging connects you with:
- Hosts — before, during, and after bookings
- Event organizers — about event details
- Community members — for compatible traveler matching (if both opt in)
Messaging guidelines
- Keep all communication on the platform
- Be respectful and clear
- Don't share personal contact info before booking
- Don't send spam or promotional content
Privacy features
- Messages are private between participants
- You can block any user
- You can report inappropriate messages
- Quick replies are available for common questions
Notification preferences
Control how you receive message notifications in your communication preferences — email, in-app, or both.
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