What is BeReal? Everything you need to know 1.10.0

BeReal is an app designed to put an end to social media addiction and excessive posting. On this app, you can only share one photo or video a day, and you’ll have very little time to improvise before taking the photo or video you want.

What is BeReal?

Introducing BeReal, a social media platform dedicated to restoring authenticity in our online interactions. Unlike other apps, BeReal doesn’t support filters, followers, or premeditated posts. It’s all about capturing genuine moments and embracing the essence of being yourself.

On BeReal, users receive a daily notification at a random time, prompting them to “⚠️Time to BeReal⚠️.” When this notification pops up, you have just two minutes to snap both a selfie and a candid rear camera photo of your current activity. If you opt to delay your post to a time when you look better or are engaged in something more exciting, your friends will be aware of the delay, revealing that you’re not staying true to the app’s authenticity ethos. After all, where’s the excitement in that?

What is the purpose of BeReal?

As you’re obligated to capture real-time moments, the photos you share and view remain untouched, unedited, and unaltered, offering a genuine depiction of an individual’s everyday experiences. When executed correctly, these images authentically reflect a person’s day-to-day life. At its finest, BeReal provides the essence of social media without the gloss of airbrushed, fabricated, or curated perfection.

When do BeReal notifications go off?

BeReal notifications are triggered once daily, at various random moments for all users. When you receive a notification, you have a brief two-minute window to share a picture. Exceeding this time frame results in your post being labeled as “late,” signaling to your friends that you may not be fully embracing the BeReal spirit after all.

How do you shoot a BeReal?

Step 1: Open the BeReal app on your device.

Step 2: When a notification appears, indicating it’s time to BeReal, be prepared to act promptly.

Step 3: Within the two-minute window, follow these sub-steps:

a. Use your device’s front camera to take a selfie that reflects your current state or expression.

b. Switch to the rear camera and capture a photo of your surroundings, showcasing what you’re doing at that very moment.

c. If you’re not satisfied with the initial photos, feel free to retake them as many times as necessary to get the image you want.

Step 4: After capturing your genuine moments, proceed to share them on BeReal. Your post will reflect the authenticity of the moment you’ve captured.

What do you post on BeReal?

BeReal strictly adheres to a two-box format, allowing users to post photos exclusively captured with both the front and back cameras when prompted. The app intentionally excludes the option to share additional content, like extra photos, as it would undermine the core essence of capturing and sharing genuine, in-the-moment experiences.

Can you gain followers on BeReal?

BeReal doesn’t allow followers; instead, the app relies on a friends-based system. Only this exclusive group can access your posts, relieving you of the pressure to maintain a flawless public image and restoring the enjoyment of sharing content solely with your friends.

Can you react to a BeReal post?

Absolutely, you can express your reactions on BeReal, but there’s an ‘authentic’ twist to it. When reacting, you’ll select an emoji and accompany it by sending a photo of yourself mirroring the emoji’s expression. The individual whose post you’re reacting to will have the delightful opportunity to see your genuine reaction captured in a photo.

What happens to your BeReal after you post it?

BeReal stores all your posts in an archive for your viewing pleasure. One of BeReal’s standout features is the ability to access a compilation of your daily posts. Within your memories, you’ll discover a calendar layout showcasing your photos from each day you successfully completed the task.

Can You Delete a BeReal Post?

After posting a photo, you might have a change of heart and decide not to share it for some reason. Fortunately, BeReal allows you to delete a posted photo. However, it’s important to note that if you share a second photo, the second one cannot be removed or deleted.

To remove a photo, follow these steps:

• Tap the three dots located in the upper right corner of your post.
• From the options menu, select “Delete My BeReal.”
• A pop-up will appear, prompting you to choose a reason for deleting your post and to confirm your decision. Click “yes I’m sure,” and the post will be promptly removed.

If you’re still within the 24-hour timeframe, you can subsequently share a second photo.

Is There a Way To View Photos After 24 Hours?

While a photo on BeReal automatically disappears from the app after 24 hours, there are alternative ways to access it later. You can revisit your past photos from your own profile, where they are stored as memories. From the memories section, you have the option to save these photos to your device’s media library or even share them publicly.

However, it’s essential to be aware that someone might take a screenshot of your photo and save it to their own photo library. In such a scenario, they could potentially post your photo online using other apps without obtaining your permission.

Conclusion

BeReal breaks the mold of social media addiction by limiting users to just one daily post, emphasizing authentic moments captured within a two-minute window. It rejects the follower culture in favor of friends, where reactions involve real expressions. BeReal’s memory feature allows revisiting and sharing posts, but remember, authenticity comes with the risk of unintended sharing. In a digital world obsessed with perfection, BeReal champions realness and the joy of spontaneous, genuine moments.