App Users
Frequently Asked Questions
What is SpotCheck?
SpotCheck is Nightlife Connect App that allows you to explore the hottest entertainment Spots (venues) in your city. Connect with your friends, track your experiences, and dive into a secure network that revolves around the party scene. Make it easy! A one-stop App to plan your entire night and turn virtual connections into real-life shenanigans!
Who is SpotCheck for?
SpotCheck is for everyone aged 18 or older. If you're up for a good time, ready to hit the scene, and down to get social, SpotCheck is your golden ticket to the ultimate night out!
Where is SpotCheck available?
SpotCheck will soon be available on the App Store for iPhone and Google Play Store for Android and exclusive to the province of Alberta (Canada) at this time. But don’t worry! We're expanding soon to other locations, so if you want to bring the party to your city, let us know, and we’ll make it happen!
Why should I use SpotCheck?
Because it’s FAST, EASY and in REAL TIME! What Spots are vibing? What is the crowd size? Age demographic? Where are my friends? Details in real time help you pick the perfect Spot and connect with your posse and new faces. Plus, wake up to a morning-after summary, just in case you forgot parts of your night.
Do I have to share my location to use SpotCheck?
While sharing your location is not mandatory, the app thrives on location sharing. For the best experience, we recommend sharing your location with SpotCheck. Pro tip: If you want to be automatically “SpotChecked,” adjust your settings to share your location at all times.
Can I prevent specific people from viewing and interacting with my SpotCheck profile?
Absolutely! You have complete control of your account and can block another account at any time. For further issues, reach out to us and file a report here. Your privacy and safety are SpotCheck’s number one priority.
How can I adjust my privacy settings?
To adjust your privacy settings:
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Go to “My Account”
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Go to “Settings”
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Go to “Privacy Settings”
Tailor your profile’s visibility here, whether you want to keep it tight with just friends or set an age range for your profile viewers.
Why am I seeing the profiles and highlights of everyone at the same Spot as me?
SpotCheck is a nightlife connect app, meaning we are all about people connecting in real life. Therefore, you can view the profiles and highlights from everyone at the same Spot to build a sense of community, companionship and friendship.
What is a Spot?
A Spot is any venue or event for people to party and socialize at such as a bar, nightclub, music festival, sporting event or special event.
What is a SpotCheck?
SpotChecking lets your friends know that you are currently at a Spot. In order to SpotCheck you must physically be at a Spot. You are then able to manually or automatically SpotCheck, depending on your location sharing settings. Once SpotChecked you are able to rate the Spot, see other people’s profiles and post highlights. You can also get an estimate of how many people are at a Spot based on SpotChecks.
What is a Spot Drop?
Spot Dropping lets your friends know which Spot you plan to go to later. Spot Drop by visiting a Spot's profile. Also, find out where your friends are going to make planning easier.
When can others see my location?
Friends can only see your location when you are SpotChecked at a Spot. Non-friends can ONLY see your location if they are SpotChecked at the same Spot simultaneously. You can also adjust your privacy settings if needed.
Is the information about Spot's accurate?
SpotCheck aims to communicate the most accurate and up-to-date information. Affiliated Spots provide their own details for their own ‘About’ page. If any information does not look accurate, please email info@spotchecknightlife.com
How does SpotCheck manage my privacy?
We hold your privacy, safety and wellbeing as our top priority at SpotCheck. Your information will be managed according to SpotCheck’s Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
Can I change the associated phone number on my account?
To change your phone number:
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Go to “My Account”
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Go to “Settings”
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Go to “Core Settings”
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Go to “Update Phone Number” & change your associated phone number here
My account got suspended. Now what?
If your account has been suspended, you will be unable to login for a set period of time. For more information about your suspension, please email info@spotchecknightlife.com
How can I report other people?
If you visit another person's profile, there is a option to report that person. You can also report another person here. Please remember that you can block others on SpotCheck, and it is recommended to block people that are disconcerting to you.
What is the lit bar?
The lit bar is a real time rating of a Spot by the people currently there. Once you are SpotChecked, leave your rating. Red means the Spot is lit!
I can't find a Spot, could you add it?
Absolutely! We would love to add all Spots to our platform. Please submit the Spot’s information here and we will add it in no time!
When will SpotCheck come to my city?
We are coming soon! If you want us to bring the party to your city, let us know, and we’ll make it happen!