SocialCircle – Private, Trust‑Focused Social App

What is SocialCircle?

SocialCircle is a free Android app from Pug Lane LLC that focuses on genuine, private interaction. Instead of algorithms and ads, it gives you direct control over who sees your content and how long it remains visible.

Main features

• Three‑ring trust model – Organize contacts into three circles that determine visibility levels.
• QR‑code contact sharing – Add friends instantly without usernames or friend requests.
• Expiring content – Set an expiration date for each post, image, or introduction.
• Cryptographic identity – Users are identified by a public key, not by phone number or email.
• Zero data collection – The app stores no personal data on external servers.

How it works

When you first launch SocialCircle, the app generates a cryptographic key pair on your device. Your public key is represented as a QR code that you can share with others. Scanning that code adds the person to your first trust ring, granting them full access to your shared content.

Beyond the closest contacts, you can place acquaintances or friends of friends into a second ring, where you decide which posts they can view. A third, public ring lets you publish content that anyone following you can see, if you choose to make it public.

Practical uses

1. Family updates – Share photos or messages that disappear after a set period, keeping family chats private.
2. Project collaboration – Invite teammates to a second‑ring space where only relevant updates are visible.
3. Event invitations – Send a QR‑based invite that expires after the event date, reducing clutter.

Installation information

Search for SocialCircle in the Google Play Store, then tap Install. The app requires standard Android permissions for network access and storage of its own data. No additional configuration is needed to start adding contacts.

Things to know before installing

• The app does not integrate with existing phone contacts; connections are built through QR codes or manual key exchange.
• Because private keys never leave your device, losing the app may require a key backup to retain access to your circles.
• Content expiration is set per item; there is no global auto‑delete setting.

Who may find SocialCircle useful?

Anyone who values privacy over algorithmic feeds—students, remote workers, hobby groups, or families—will appreciate the clear separation of trust levels and the ability to control the lifespan of their posts.

Frequently asked questions

Is my personal data stored on a server?

No. All identifiers are generated locally and never transmitted beyond the encrypted handshake needed to add a contact.

Can I recover my contacts if I reinstall the app?

Only if you have backed up the cryptographic key pair. Without the key, the app treats you as a new user.

Do I need an internet connection to use the app?

An internet connection is required for initial contact exchanges and for syncing posts with other users, but once connected, the app can display previously downloaded content offline.