This guide explains how to create a group on nebenan.de: Invite neighbors to gain enough members, create a meaningful group description with an image, and write a friendly first post to start the exchange. More tips and help are available through linked articles.
Do you want to start a new group on nebenan.de? You can find the guide here How do I create a group?
Starting a group is very easy. Whether exchanging with like-minded people about a shared hobby or connecting with neighbors for mutual help – with the following tips, you can get your group off to a great start.
👋 Invite neighbors
Make sure you have enough members! Write a post to your neighbors to draw their attention to your new group and invite them. Well-functioning groups often have 20 or more members.
Here’s how to write a post to your neighbors: How do I write a post to my neighbors?
📷 Image and description
Think about what your group should be about. Do you want to exchange ideas on a specific topic or find like-minded people for a meeting? Use the group description to give your group an identity. Then upload a meaningful image. This way, interested neighbors can immediately see what the group is about.
🖊 Write the first post
Welcome new members with a friendly post. For example, ask an open question to the group or invite new members to introduce themselves. This way, you include everyone and start the first exchange.
Useful guides:
Invite neighbors to an existing group.
How do I write a post in my group?
You have already taken the first steps and now want to keep your group active? Then continue reading in the article How do I keep my group active?
Are you interested in practical tips? Then continue reading the magazine article With groups to more community: 5 tips from practice