Frequently Asked Questions

NExTZ is a next-generation social media platform designed for creators and trend-watchers. We focus on providing powerful analytics and a clean, distraction-free environment for content curation.

Yes! The core platform is free and open source. We offer optional paid tiers for those who want to support development or need commercial licensing and dedicated support.

Yes, you must be at least 16 years old to create an account on NExTZ. We take user safety seriously and comply with digital age of consent laws.

Click "Forgot Password?" on the login page, enter your email address, and you'll receive a 6-digit verification code. Enter the code to verify your identity, then set a new password.

Passkeys are a passwordless login method using your device's biometrics (fingerprint, Face ID) or hardware security keys. Go to Settings > Security > Passkeys to register one. Then on login, click "Login with Passkey" for instant, secure authentication.

Click the ⋯ menu on any post and select "Report". Choose a reason (spam, harassment, hate speech, etc.) and add optional details. Our moderation team reviews all reports and takes appropriate action.

Yes! We support custom pronouns. Go to Settings > Profile and enter any pronouns you prefer (e.g., she/her, he/him, they/them, ze/zir, or any combination). Your pronouns will be displayed on your profile.

Yes! Every post has a unique shareable URL. Click the ⋯ menu on any post and select "Copy link". You can share this link with anyone - public posts are viewable by everyone, even non-logged-in visitors.

In any chat, click "Enable Encryption" to start a secure session using ECDH key exchange. Once established (green lock icon), your messages are encrypted with AES-256-GCM. Not even we can read them! You can end encryption anytime via the badge.

Yes! Right-click any message (or tap the ⋯ icon) to access message actions. You can delete messages for yourself only, or delete for everyone within 30 minutes of sending. You can also forward messages to other contacts or reply to specific messages.

You can drag and drop images/videos directly onto the post composer or chat input area. Alternatively, click the + button to browse files. Posts support up to 10 media items (carousel), and you can also paste images from your clipboard or add GIFs from our integrated GIF picker.

Go to Settings > Appearance to customize your experience. Options include: Dark/Light/System theme, font size adjustment (small to x-large), font family selection, and timezone settings. We also offer a festive Christmas theme!

Visit our Support page to create a support ticket. You can describe your issue, select a category, and our team will respond via live chat. Tickets are tracked so you can see the status of your request at any time.

Yes! Our "Source Available" license allows for personal use and study. If you intend to use the code for a commercial product, you will need to purchase a Commercial License.