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Getting started

  • What is MOKO.mobi?
      MOKO.mobi is the community at your fingertips! Available on your mobile phone or on your computer via www.moko.mobi. Connect with old and new friends with unlimited chat, create and share exciting videos and photos with a worldwide mobile community that cares about you.
  • How do I get it?
    • It's easy, let us send a message to your mobile phone with a link to MOKO.mobi!
      Yes Please :)

    • Australia

    • 3 Australia
      You'll find MOKO.mobi on Planet 3 under the Communities A-Z section.

    • Optus
      MOKO.mobi is located in Optus Zoo Home or under Community.

    • Telstra
      Find MOKO.mobi under the mobile web tab in Friends Fun and Blogs.

    • Virgin Mobile Australia
      You'll find MOKO.mobi under the Chat Icon on The Vibe.

    • USA

    • Helio
      MOKO.mobi is located under Surf & Search.

    • Virgin Mobile USA
      MOKO.mobi is located in in Mobile Web A to Z's.


    • Southeast Asia

      Smart Philippines
      MOKO.mobi is located on SMART homepage and in the What's New section under Communities.

    • Elsewhere in the World

      Access MOKO.mobi on your mobile by typing www.moko.mobi into your phone's Internet browser. If you have problems accessing our site, Contact us.

      *Your mobile carrier may charge you for any data used while surfing our site. Please contact your carrier or network operator to discuss their most affordable data packages.


    • On the internet

    • Access MOKO.mobi Online by going to www.moko.mobi on your computer.

  • Who can use MOKO.mobi?
      MOKO.mobi is recommended for people who are 15 years or older as some content may be inappropriate for under-aged users. If you are under the age of 15, please do not use MOKO.mobi or lie about your age. All under-aged users or those pretending to be under-aged will be banned. We'll be happy to have you back when you are the appropriate age.
  • How much does it cost?
      Australia
      Philippines
      UK
      US

  • I've signed up, so how do I login?

      Login on your mobile phone

      Go to the top of the MOKO.mobi homepage, click on 'Login'. Enter your chosen Username and Password and click on submit. If you would like MOKO.mobi to remember your details for your next visit please select the 'Remember me' checkbox. Your login information will be stored on your phone using a cookie, please make sure cookies are enabled in your phone's browser's settings to use this feature.

      Login on your computer

      There is a Login box on the right side of every MOKO.mobi page. Just enter your chosen Username and Password.
  • I've just joined, how do I start chatting to other users?
      You will need to create a profile before you can begin chatting. Click on MyMOKO, select 'Create profile' and fill out your details. You're now ready to chat! Click on a 'Comments' link next to any photo or video and introduce yourself to the locals.
  • Oh no I forgot my password!
      If you have forgotten your password, please go to www.moko.mobi and from the login page click on 'Forgotten Password?',You will be asked to enter your username and mobile number or email address- we will then send you an SMS or email with your current password.

MyMOKO (Profile)

  • What is MyMOKO?
      MyMOKO is your home away from home! Use MyMOKO to create your profile, add a description about yourself, bookmark your favourite pics and vids, check your Points, keep track of your own gallery, friends and comments, plus receive important messages from the MOKO.mobi team.
  • How do I create a profile?
      Click on MyMOKO, then select ‘Edit profile’ and fill out your details. Remember, you can only update your profile once every seven days, so make sure that all your details are correct before you click on ‘Submit’.
  • How do I add a pic or vid to my profile?
      To change your profile pic or vid from the default image, go to MyMOKO, then click on 'Edit profile pic'. Select a pic or vid from your public gallery, then click on 'Add to profile' next to its thumbnail.
  • How do I change my profile description and username?
      You can change your profile description and username once every seven days (you’ll notice a countdown telling you how many days you have left before you can next make a change).
  • How do I display my age?
      Your age is hidden by default. To make it visible, go to MyMOKO and click on 'Edit settings'. Under 'Display age', deselect the checkbox marked 'Hide my age'. Your age will now be visible to others from your profile page.
  • How do I change my gender and DOB?
      Only Admins can change your gender and date of birth. If your details are incorrect, please send a request to a site Admin via Help and we will process your request as soon as humanly possible. If you're under the age of 16 and you want your age changed to something older - you will need proof of age.
  • Can I see other users' profiles?
      Of course! Just click on any username and you'll be taken to their profile page. But not everyone will have a profile description or profile pic / vid and public Gallery available. Encourage our shy Mokies to set up a more interesting profile :)
  • How do I change my online and offline settings?
      If you would like to roam MOKO.mobi uninterrupted by invites and other distractions, go to MyMOKO and click on 'Edit settings'. Under 'Appear offline', select 'Hide me'. You will now appear offline to your friends.
  • Can others see My Gallery and My Friends?
      Your public Gallery and Friends list are hidden by default. To make them visible, go to MyMOKO and click on 'Edit settings'. Under 'Gallery viewable to' and 'Friends list viewable to' select 'Everyone' for all Mokies to view or 'Friends only' so that only the Mokies on your friends list can see your stuff.

Content and features

  • How do I send in my photo or video?
      All photos and videos submitted are moderated to make sure they comply with our Rules. Photos and Videos breaching the rules may be rejected at the sender's expense and will not be published on MOKO.mobi. Please select a location from the list below for instructions:

      Submit a photo or video Online

      If you're using MOKO.mobi via your desktop computer, you can submit photos and videos through your Gallery page in MyMOKO.


      Submit a photo or video via your iPhone

      Please use our brand new MOKO.mobi Uploader for all your iPhone submissions .


      Submit a photo or video via your mobile phone

      Australia
      Philippines
      UK
      US and Other Countries

  • How do I leave a link?
      If you want a user to visit your own photo or video while you’re chatting, just click 'Add a link' after you type your comment and click submit. You will then be taken to your Gallery - click on 'Attach This' to choose a pic or vid, and fire off your comment. Everyone else will then be able to check out your pic or vid by clicking the link that appears beneath your comment. It's that simple!
  • How do I invite users to my pic or vid?
      Go to your photo or video and scroll to the end of the page and click on ‘Invite a friend’. Select a user from your friends list and click ‘Invite’; a link to your room is automagically sent to your friend*. However your friend may choose to visit your room later if they’re busy.

      *You can only invite friends who are online.
  • How do I add users to my friends list?
      Go to a user’s profile page and click ‘Add friend’, a friend request will then be sent to the user. If your request is accepted, their username will appear in your friends list. If it’s rejected or removed, your request will disappear from your list. If you’re blocked then you will not be able to send future requests to this user until you are unblocked.
  • How long will it take for my photos and videos to be posted?
      All photos and videos submitted are moderated to make sure they comply with our rules. Most photos and videos are published within a few minutes; the exception is if your images deemed not suitable for viewers, in which case it won't be published at all. Check out the Rules for more info.
  • How do I remove my comments?
      Comments will be seen on MOKO.mobi almost instantly. The exception is if you've sworn or used hateful/overtly sexual language, in which case it won't be published at all. Check out the Rules for more info.
  • How do I remove pics or vids from My Gallery?
      Click on My Gallery and select the photos or videos you'd like to remove, then click ‘delete’. Click on yes, or no to cancel.
  • How do I send a Private Message?
      Go to a user’s profile page, then click on ‘Send private message’. Follow the instructions to send a message. Private Messages breaching the Rules may be rejected at the sender's expense - so keep it kind and no personal information such as phone numbers!
  • Can I attach a pic or vid to a Private Message?
      You certainly can! First, make sure you have at least one pic or vid in your gallery before you send a Private Message; then go to a user’s profile page and click on ‘Send private message’. Finish typing up your message and select the ‘Add an attachment’ check box, then click ‘Next’. Select a pic or vid, then hit ‘Send’. Job done!
  • How do I send in a private pic or vid?
      Feeling a little shy? Then send in a Private pic or vid! It won't be published on MOKO.mobi, but it will be available along with all your other pics and vids should you wish to attach it to a Private Message. Send your MMS as per normal, but be sure to title it 'Private'. It costs exactly the same to send a Private MMS as a Public one.
      Please note: ALL pics and vids, public or private, are moderated according to the usual MOKO.mobi rules. Keep them clean!
  • How do I see pics and vids from my location only?
      Go to MyMOKO, click on 'Edit settings' then, under the title 'Show submissions from', select 'Local' to see photos and videos from your country only.
  • How do I enter competitions?
      Please send all competition entries via MMS as described in the competition instructions. Be sure to title your MMS as requested.
  • What are MOKO.mobi Points?
      MOKO.mobi Points refers to the currency used on MOKO.mobi for buying premium features and extra functionality. Click here to learn how you can top up your balance from your mobile.
  • How do I use My Points?
      You can spend your MOKO.mobi Points on premium features and extra functionality. Go to MyMOKO, then click on 'My Points' to select what you would like to redeem with your points or Buy points (this feature is only available in certain countries only).

People in charge

  • Who are Admin?
      The Admins are our super-special, sword-wiedling knights in shining armour. They keep our precious Mokies safe and discipline those who can't play nice with others.
  • Who is Kit?
      Kit is a MOKO.mobi Editor - she writes, dissolves fights and keeps everybody feeling awwright. Bow down before her... or just say hello. xxx

Safety and Abuse

  • How do I get out of the Sinbin?
      You can’t unless you’re released by a community Admin. If you're in the Sinbin you will not be able to post comments, send Private Messages or submit any photos or videos. Repeat offenders may be banned permanently and encouraged to unsubscribe – we will not tolerate bad behaviour. You did the crime, now do the time. No exceptions. Check out the Rules for more info.
  • Someone is annoying me in my 'room' - what can I do about it?
      Users can remove unwanted users from their 'rooms' (i.e. pics or vids they've submitted), by clicking the KICK link next to a username. This will stop the user from chatting in that 'room'. To permanently remove them from all your rooms, use the ‘Block User’ link inside their profile.
  • A user is breaking the rules. Who should I tell?
      Please only report serious breaches of content and abusive behavior by using the form in Help with details of the offense and we will fully investigate the matter. We'll look into your issue and resolve it as soon as possible. Please note not all queries will receive a reply.
  • A user has submitted my pic or vid, pretending that it's theirs! What should I do?
      Submitting another user's content is not tolerated and breaches our rules. All content is watermarked to prevent this from happening. Please let us know by using the ‘Report this Mokie’ link on the offenders profile - we promise we'll investigate the matter fully and take appropriate action.
  • Why can't I post personal details like my phone number?
      Hang on to your personal info and never give out your number, email, home, work address or school, etc. People on the other end of the phone may not be who they say they are. Arranging to meet other users in person could be dangerous. Please don’t do it.
  • Who are MOKO Mates?
      MOKO Mates are lovers of MOKO.mobi who help keep the place clean and kind. They have the power to kick other Mokies from any room on MOKO.mobi (with certain exceptions), so there should always be someone around to nip a fight or bullying in the bud. You'll recognise a MOKO Mates when you spot those rather nifty ^xxx^ symbols around their names. If YOU think you're trustworthy and if you're around a lot of the time, then watch out for MOKO Mate recruitment posters, our team are always on the lookout for awesome Mokies!
      NB: Being a MOKO Mate is a privilege which may be revoked at any time should you abuse your power.

Troubleshooting

  • What happened to the MMS I sent earlier?
      When an MMS isn't received by MOKO.mobi, it could be due to one of the following reasons:
      1. You used the wrong shortcode or longcode. Please check that you have the correct details on the 'Submit your Stuff' page.
      2. Delayed by the carrier due to network congestion, your MMS will be sent eventually so be patient.
      3. Carrier's MMS delivery system has failed which means you may have to send your MMS again. Contact your carrier for more information.
      4. Your MMS was rejected when it arrived to MOKO.mobi. You will receive a rejection message in your MOKO.mobi inbox.
      5. The shortcode/longcode for your region has failed. This would mean ONLY users in your region are affected and content from that region would not be updated. These codes are hosted by a third party and the service will not resume until it is resolved by the third party. If we're aware of an issue, affected users will be notified not to send any content until a solution is found.
      6. A problem has occured in the MOKO.mobi MMS ingestion system. This would affect all MOKO.mobi users and content from all users would not be updated. Affected users will be notified and informed when the problem is resolved.
      7. MOKO.mobi site may be undergoing maintenance. Your content, if approved will be published when the site has finished it's scheduled maintenance.
  • I sent an MMS with a photo or video but the title didn't show up.
      While we do try our very best to be compatible with most phones, unfortunately, a few phones may experience this problem. The issue is handset related, but we hope to resolve it in the future.
  • Some of my favourites have disappeared, what happened?
      If you have a link to a favourite photo or video which is then deleted by a user or community Admin this favourite link will also disappear from your list.
  • Some of my comments have disappeared, what happened?
      Comments with phone numbers, abusive language and sex chat will be removed by Admins. If you have behaved badly in numerous rooms throughout MOKO, all your comments may be removed.
  • What happens if I can't access MOKO.mobi?
      There are numerous reasons why you may not be able to access MOKO.mobi - most of these reasons are carrier related. For example, most issues are due to reception or network congestion issues, these issues will rely on the carrier or network to resolve and usually access is restored in a few hours. If MOKO.mobi is unavailable due to maintenance, you will see a message posted on our site when you try to access MOKO.mobi.
  • How do I unsubscribe or cancel MOKO.mobi?
      If you're a 3 Mobile customer in Australia, you can unsubscribe via My3 on Planet 3, or by calling 3 Care on 13 33 20 for assistance. Customers in all other countries where subscription is available, should unsubscribe by clicking the 'unsubscribe' link in the Help section of MOKO.
  • Is my phone compatible?
      You will need a at least a 2.5G WAP-enabled phone to access MOKO.mobi, but a 3G phone is recommended. MOKO.mobi is compatible with phones from most manufacturers but, if you have trouble using MOKO.mobi on your phone, please send us a Help message.
  • How do I get MOKO on the web?
      MOKO.mobi is now available online; you can sign up HERE.

  • Who is Kit?
    • Kit is a MOKO.mobi Editor - she writes, dissolves fights and keeps everybody feeling awwright. Bow down before her... or just say hello. xxx.
  • How do I leave a link?
    • If you want a user to visit your own photo or video while you’re chatting, just click 'Add a link' after you type your comment and click submit. You will then be taken to your Gallery - click on 'Attach This' to choose a pic or vid, and fire off your comment. Everyone else will then be able to check out your pic or vid by clicking the link that appears beneath your comment. It's that simple!
  • I've just joined, how do I start chatting to other users?
    • You will need to create a profile before you can begin chatting. Click on MyMOKO, select 'Create profile' and fill out your details. You're now ready to chat! Click on a 'Comments' link next to any photo or video and introduce yourself to the locals.
  • Oh no! I forgot my password.
    • If you have forgotten your password, please go to www.moko.mobi and from the login page click on 'Forgotten Password?',You will be asked to enter your username and mobile number or email address- we will then send you an SMS or email with your current password.
  • Someone is annoying me in my 'room' - what can I do about it?
    • Users can remove unwanted users from their 'rooms' (i.e. pics or vids they've submitted), by clicking the KICK link next to a username. This will stop the user from chatting in that 'room'. To permanently remove them from all your rooms, use the ‘Block User’ link inside their profile.