About txtpin
txtpin is a community-powered platform that keeps you instantly informed about what's happening around you. It's a live, local feed where people share tips, warnings, and updates in real time.
Whether you're exploring a new neighborhood or walking through your usual route, txtpin helps you stay aware of your surroundings. Within a 170-meter radius, you can:
- Discover helpful local tips (like "great coffee spot here")
- See real-time warnings or hazards nearby
- Share what's happening around you so others can stay informed
Unlike traditional news or social media, txtpin doesn't rely on followers or algorithms; it's powered by the people right there, on the spot. Updates come directly from the community, so you get the fastest, most relevant information available.
Everything you see on txtpin is moderated by the community, ensuring that only useful, trustworthy posts stay visible. Together, we make our surroundings safer, smarter, and more connected: one pin at a time.
How It Works
1. Sign In: Use your Google account to get started - quick and secure.
2. Explore: Navigate the map to see what's happening around you - warnings, tips, and live updates from your community.
3. Share: When you're within 170m of a location, share tips, warnings, or dangers to help others in your area.
4. Moderate: Vote on content to ensure only useful, accurate information stays visible to the community.
5. Stay Informed: Check your surroundings regularly for real-time updates from people who are there right now.
Community Guidelines
Everything you see on txtpin is moderated by the community, ensuring that only useful, trustworthy posts stay visible. The community decides what information is valuable through voting, and content that receives too many downvotes is automatically removed.
This community-powered approach ensures that txtpin remains a reliable source of local information, maintained by the people who use it most.
Get Started
Ready to stay connected to what's happening around you? Join txtpin and start discovering your surroundings through the eyes of your community. Together, we make our surroundings safer, smarter, and more connected: one pin at a time.