Spaces

Don't just join communities. Build one.

Spaces give you everything you need to bring people together around an idea, passion, belief, or purpose. Create your own corner of the internet, build meaningful connections, and grow a community that feels like home.

Trust, the Kai otter mascot
"Every meaningful community starts with a single person who decides to create it."
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What are Spaces?

A place for people who believe in something.

Spaces are where communities begin. Whether you're passionate about books, fitness, startups, travel, personal growth, art, gaming, or a cause you care deeply about, Spaces gives you the tools to bring people together around what matters.

1,100+ Spaces and counting.

Most people spend their time joining communities. Spaces give them the opportunity to build one.

Because every meaningful community starts with a single person who decides to create it

The Spaces screen in Kai: search, a Become a founder card with a Create a space button, and community cards
Spaces · discover & create
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How are Spaces unique?

Built for founders, not followers.

Most platforms treat people as members of someone else's community. Spaces help people become founders of their own. If you have an idea, a passion, a mission, or simply a desire to bring people together, Spaces gives you a place to start.

Communities built around purpose.

The strongest communities aren't built around algorithms. They're built around shared interests, shared experiences, and shared beliefs. Spaces help people find others who genuinely care about the same things they do.

Designed for meaningful participation.

A great community isn't measured by how many people join. It's measured by how many people feel they belong. Spaces is designed to encourage conversation, contribution, and genuine connection between members.

Built with safety at its core.

Healthy communities require trust. That's why Spaces is designed to help founders create environments where people feel comfortable participating, sharing ideas, and building relationships.

Community standards that put people first.

Kindness, respect, and meaningful conversation are fundamental to every Space. We're building communities where people can disagree respectfully without fear of harassment, bullying, or hate.

Zero tolerance for trolling, bullying and hate.

Communities thrive when people feel safe enough to contribute. That's why we actively work to reduce harmful behavior and create healthier environments for meaningful discussion. Every new Space is reviewed by our team before it goes live.

Tools that support healthy communities.

Reporting systems, moderation tools, and community guidelines help founders protect the spaces they build and the people who join them.

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How Spaces works

Start with an idea.

Create a Space around something you care about. From there, the path is simple — and every step of it is about people, not metrics.

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Apply to become a founder.

Tell us your idea. Our team reviews every new Space before it goes live.

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Invite people in.

Bring together people who share your interests, passions, or goals.

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Start conversations.

Create discussions, share ideas, and encourage participation.

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Grow your community.

Turn a shared interest into a thriving group of people who genuinely care about one another.

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Host Circles.

Founders can open live voice Circles for their members, right away or on a schedule.

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Circles · Real-time audio

Sometimes a voice creates connection faster than a post ever can.

Circles bring your community together in real time through audio conversations. A founder opens the room, members drift in, and a shared interest becomes a shared evening — no stage, no performance, just people talking about the thing they love.

  • Listen first. Raise your hand when you want to speak.
  • No camera. Just voices.
  • Start now or schedule for later.

People don't just join communities for information. They join because they want to feel connected.

Circles in a Kai Space: a Host a Circle form with title, Start Now or Schedule, color picker, and the space discussion feed below
Circles · host an audio room
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Why people create Spaces

Because some ideas deserve a community.

When you can't find the community you're looking for.

Sometimes the best solution is to build it yourself.

When you want to bring people together.

Great communities begin with a single invitation.

When you're passionate about something.

Interests become more meaningful when they're shared with others.

When you want to create belonging.

People don't just join communities for information. They join because they want to feel connected.

When you want to build something that lasts.

Communities create relationships, traditions, and shared experiences that continue growing over time.

When you believe people need a better place to gather.

The internet doesn't need more noise. It needs better communities.

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What makes Spaces different?

A different set of defaults.

Traditional community platforms
Spaces
Built around content
Built around people
Audience focused
Community focused
Growth first
Belonging first
Engagement metrics
Meaningful participation
Safety added later
Safety built in
Community managers
Community founders
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Frequently asked questions
What are Spaces?

Spaces are a feature within Kai that allows people to create and grow communities around shared interests, passions, ideas, and goals.

Who can create a Space?

Anyone 18 or older can apply to become a founder. Our team reviews every new Space before it goes live.

What kinds of communities can I create?

You can build communities around hobbies, interests, causes, professions, learning, personal growth, creativity, wellness, and much more.

Are Spaces free to use?

Yes. Joining Spaces, creating one and hosting Circles are all free.

How are Spaces different from social media groups?

Social media groups are often built around content distribution. Spaces are built around belonging, conversation, and community.

How do Spaces help keep communities safe?

Spaces include moderation tools, reporting systems, community guidelines, and protections designed to encourage healthy interactions.

Can community founders moderate their Spaces?

Yes. Founders have tools to help maintain a respectful and welcoming environment.

Can people discover new Spaces?

Yes. Users can explore and join communities that align with their interests and passions.

Why would I create a Space instead of joining one?

Sometimes the community you're looking for doesn't exist yet. Spaces gives you the opportunity to create it.

Who is Spaces for?

Spaces is for anyone who wants to bring people together around something they care about.

What are Circles?+

Live group voice rooms inside Spaces. Listen in, and raise your hand when you want to speak.

Create your Space

Every community starts with one person.

One idea. · One belief. · One invitation.

Build a place where people can connect, belong, and grow together.

Become a founder