{"id":31320,"date":"2021-02-12T18:47:51","date_gmt":"2021-02-12T13:17:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/appscrip.com\/blog\/?p=31320"},"modified":"2024-04-11T19:24:24","modified_gmt":"2024-04-11T13:54:24","slug":"clubhouse-explained-the-invite-only-audio-chat-app","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/appscrip.com\/blog\/clubhouse-explained-the-invite-only-audio-chat-app\/","title":{"rendered":"Clubhouse Explained In 15 Questions | The Invite-Only Audio-Chat App"},"content":{"rendered":"

One of the most striking features of Clubhouse is the fact that it is an audio-only app. Users can’t share images, videos, or text messages. Instead, the focus is on the spoken word. This creates a unique social experience that is both intimate and engaging. Users can connect with others in real-time and have meaningful conversations without the distractions that often come with other social media platforms.<\/p>\n

Clubhouse is an exclusive-only social networking app that is a hybrid of conference calls and talkback radio<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Are you wondering why you’re hearing so much about Clubhouse<\/a>?<\/span> Are we allowed to blame the world’s richest man, Elon Musk? Well, I think we can, partially. By popping up in a Clubhouse room this week, he really did buy this service a lot of attention. Let’s answer some of your questions regarding this exclusive chat app.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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1. What is Clubhouse?<\/strong><\/span>
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Imagine having an app on your phone that lets you listen in on other people’s live conversations (not in a creepy way). These people want to be heard. They may or may not be famous, interesting, or knowledgeable<\/strong>. And you may be given the opportunity to join the chat. Think of it as an audio-chat social network. <\/span><\/p>\n

2. Are there pictures?<\/span><\/h3>\n

No. However, there are profile pictures for each user.<\/span><\/p>\n

Another feature of Clubhouse that sets it apart from other social media apps is the fact that it is currently only available to users who are invited. This exclusivity has created a sense of FOMO (fear of missing out) among many users and has contributed to the app’s popularity. Users who are invited can then invite their friends, which helps to create a tight-knit community.<\/p>\n

3. What is Clubhouse used for?<\/strong><\/span>
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In the Clubhouse app, you can listen to conversations and participate<\/strong> in the same. It is currently only available on iOS<\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

4. Can you just sign up?<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

Not really. You need an invitation from an existing user to get access.<\/span><\/p>\n

Clubhouse has been used for a wide range of purposes, from business networking to casual chats. There are rooms dedicated to entrepreneurship, tech, and marketing, as well as rooms focused on mental health, mindfulness, and self-improvement.<\/p>\n

The app has also been used for celebrity conversations, with stars such as Elon Musk, Oprah Winfrey, and Drake participating in live chats.<\/p>\n

5. It’s not on Android? Oh God, WHY!<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

The Android app is still a “work in progress”. The developers are in process of scaling up slowly. Since there are more Android<\/span> users<\/a> than iPhone users worldwide, starting on Android would have killed the Clubhouse servers<\/strong> after a publicity stunt (like having Musk in a room).<\/span><\/p>\n

6. Is there’s a website too?<\/strong><\/span>
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The only website the company has is\u00a0joinclubhouse.com<\/a>,<\/span> and that’s simply a pointer to the Apple App Store.<\/span><\/p>\n

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7. How much of your data will Clubhouse want for a registration?<\/strong><\/span>
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The Clubhouse app will need your phone number and your real name.<\/span><\/p>\n

The person inviting you simply needs your phone number. You’ll get a link messaged to you, telling you to visit joinclubhouse.com\/app, <\/a><\/span>and you can sign in with that number.<\/span><\/p>\n

You can link your Twitter account to Clubhouse if you don’t want to set up a profile from scratch.<\/p>\n

ALSO READ: <\/span>Celebrity Shoutout App | Creating Mesmerizing Life Moments!<\/span><\/a><\/h3>\n

8. When did the Clubhouse app launch<\/span>?<\/strong><\/span>
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It was launched in March 2020 (along with COVID in the US!) It became a big deal to a select few in part because of its invite-only exclusivity, much like a real-world club membership.<\/span><\/p>\n

The company behind Clubhouse\u2014Alpha Exploration Co.\u2014got a $12 million investment from Andreessen Horowitz after two months of existence. It was quickly worth $100 million<\/span><\/a>\u2014and it only had\u00a01,500<\/span> users<\/a> at the time. Although it is invite-only, now it’s open to a lot more just than investors.<\/span><\/p>\n