WHY is my BeReal ONLY VISIBLE TO ME?

One common question that many BeReal users, especially new ones, often ask is why their burial posts are only visible to themselves. It can be confusing and frustrating when you want to share your experiences with others but find that your burials are not being seen by anyone else. In this article, we will explore the reasons behind this issue and provide a clear explanation of how to adjust your privacy settings to make your burials visible to others.

Understanding Default Settings

By default, BeReal has a setting called "My Friends Only" for burial visibility. This means that when you post a burial, it will only be seen by your friends on the app. If you have a limited number of friends or no friends at all, your burial will only be visible to you. This default setting is designed to prioritize privacy and ensure that your burials are shared with a select group of trusted individuals.

Adjusting Your Privacy Settings

To make your burial visible to a wider audience, you need to adjust your privacy settings within the BeReal app. Here's what you need to do:

Tap on Discovery: When posting a burial, it is crucial to select the "Discovery" option. This is the setting that determines whether your burial will be available in the discovery feed for other users to see.

Visibility in Discovery Feed: By enabling the "Discovery" option, your burial will become visible to other BeReal users in the discovery feed. This allows a broader audience to discover and engage with your burial, enhancing the social aspect of the app.

The Importance of Privacy Settings

It's essential to understand that once you have initially posted a burial with the "My Friends Only" visibility setting, it is not possible to change the visibility to "Discover" at a later time. Therefore, it is crucial to select the desired visibility setting before posting your burial. If you want your burial to be seen by a larger audience, make sure to choose the "Discovery" option from the beginning.

However, if you have selected the "Discovery" option, your burial will be visible to everyone on BeReal. If you change your mind later and prefer to limit the visibility to your friends only, you can modify the privacy setting accordingly.

Conclusion

In conclusion, if you find that your BeReal burial posts are only visible to you, it is likely due to the default privacy setting of "My Friends Only." To make your burials visible to a wider audience, ensure that you select the "Discovery" option when posting. Remember that changing the visibility from "My Friends Only" to "Discovery" is not possible after the burial has been posted. Take control of your burial visibility and enjoy sharing your experiences with others on BeReal by adjusting your privacy settings accordingly.