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1. How to Record an Audio Note

Noisy is an audio-first social network. Recording your thoughts is simple and fast:

• Open the Noisy app and navigate to the Recording screen (center waveform icon in the navigation bar).
• Tap the large circular Record button. A pulsing indicator will show that your microphone is actively recording.
• Tap the button again to stop recording. Each audio note can be between 1 and 60 seconds long.

2. Reviewing Your Recording

Once stopped, Noisy generates a visual audio waveform of your recording. You can tap play/pause or drag along the minimap to preview your audio before sharing.

3. Adding Captions & Post Visibility

Before publishing, you can type a text caption in the "Write something..." field. On the right panel, select your post visibility:

• Connected (Default): Shared with all your accepted connections on their Noisy audio feed.
• Specific Connections: Tap individual user profile avatars to restrict the post visibility to selected friends.

1. Managing Profile Information

Your profile represents your identity on Noisy. Tap the Profile tab in the bottom bar to view:

• Avatar & Cover Photo: Tap Edit Profile to upload new photos from your device library.
• Display Name: The name shown at the top of your posts and in chat lists.
• Unique Handle (@user_id): Your distinct username used for search and mentions.
• Statistics: Quick counters showing your total audio posts and active connections.

2. Post History

All your published audio notes are stored on your profile page in chronological order. Tapping any post card opens the full player view where you can re-listen or delete your post.

1. Searching for Users

Tap the Search icon on your profile page to search for friends. You can search by entering either their Display Name or unique `@user_id`. Real-time debounced search returns accurate user matches instantly.

2. Connection Request Flow

• Sending Requests: Tap the Connect button on any user's profile card.
• Accepting Requests: Tap the Bell icon (Notifications) on your profile to view incoming requests. Tap Accept to establish a mutual connection.

1. Real-Time Private Audio Chat

Noisy direct messaging is audio-first. Navigate to the Messages tab to view your active conversation rooms with connected friends.

2. Audio Auto-Play & Real-Time Sync

• Hold or tap the mic button in a chat to record and send a quick audio message.
• Incoming messages stream in real-time. When actively viewing a chat room, incoming audio messages auto-play seamlessly.
• Time group headers automatically group chat logs into clean sessions (spaced by 20+ minute gaps).

1. Security & Data Protection

Noisy uses Supabase as its core cloud infrastructure. Row-Level Security (RLS) policies guarantee that your private recordings, chat logs, and profile info are accessible strictly to authorized connections.

2. Account & Data Deletion Instructions (App Store Guideline 5.1.1)

In accordance with Apple App Store policies, you have full ownership of your data and can delete your account at any time:

In-App Deletion Steps:

• Open Noisy and tap the Profile tab.
• Tap the Settings (Gear icon) at the top right.
• Select Delete Account.
• Confirm the prompt by typing DELETE in capital letters and tap Confirm Account Deletion.

Requesting Web Deletion:

If you cannot access the app, you can request account deletion by emailing our support team directly at soundhp.team@gmail.com from your registered email address with the subject "Account Deletion Request".