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Is it allowed to ask for a social media friend?

LagrangeL2
LagrangeL2 Posts: 1,040 Forumite
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edited 22 August 2025 at 3:45PM in Compers chat corner
I don't see anything in the various rules posts preventing me doing so but before I ask, is it OK to ask if anyone would offer to be a friend on a given social media (especially less popular ones) platform? I don't want to  contravene any rules or etiquette. Thanks. 

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  • Emmia
    Emmia Posts: 7,238 Forumite
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    No, sorry this is against the rules.
  • MSE_ForumTeam5
    MSE_ForumTeam5 Posts: 1,363 Community Admin
    Part of the Furniture 1,000 Posts Photogenic Name Dropper
    As per the rules: "We want to keep our Forum focused on quality MoneySaving content and to keep you safe while doing this. Please do not request or share personal identifying information or arrange to meet up in posts or PMs. This also includes sharing your own or others' names, email addresses, details of where you live or work and any social media accounts."

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