Runde: Friendship Ritual
for your close friend circle
About
This app facilitates deep connections within small, trusted groups by posing a weekly question for members to answer privately before seeing others' responses. It offers a private space for text, photos, voice notes, and polls, fostering genuine interaction and shared experiences.
What's New in Runde
0.15.0
November 3, 2026
Moments, all in one place Moments is now one feed. This month comes first, and older months follow as you scroll, each opening with a look back at what's inside. Your old stories live here now too, in the month you posted them. Adding a moment is simpler Pick your photos, then frame, caption and post them on one canvas. Add text, the time or your city right onto the photo. What you see is exactly what posts. Closer to your friends' photos React, comment or double-tap for a heart. Pinch a photo to look closer. A calmer home Chapters sit under Unanswered, Active, Hallway and Past, so ended chapters are easy to find again. Each circle shows its week. Tap a tab again to jump back to the top. You, on You You now shows your circles, friends and months, plus three conversation starters a day. Settings sit behind the gear. iPad and Mac Months on the left, the month on the right. iPads rotate freely and the Mac opens wider.
MoreSubscriptions & In-App Purchases
Colloquies Core 1 Year
Colloquies Core 1 Year Subscription
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FAQ
What is Runde's core purpose?
Runde is designed to foster deeper connections within small, trusted groups. It achieves this through a weekly ritual where members answer a question privately before seeing others' responses, encouraging honesty and genuine interaction.
How many people can be in a Runde circle?
Each circle in Runde can include between 2 and a maximum of 8 people. This small group size is intended to prevent performance and encourage more intimate sharing.
Does Runde offer privacy features?
Yes, Runde offers robust privacy options. Standard circles are not tracked, sold, or shared, while private circles feature end-to-end encryption for messages and answers using RSA-2048 + AES-256-GCM.
Can I use Runde without an internet connection?
Runde is built with an offline-first approach, meaning it works without an internet connection and will sync your data once you are back online. This ensures continuous communication even in areas with poor connectivity.
What kind of questions does Runde ask?
The weekly questions vary and can be prompts to answer, share a photo, or complete a small task. Examples include sharing a dream or posting the oldest photo on your phone, encouraging diverse forms of interaction.
How does Runde handle user data and privacy?
Runde emphasizes privacy, stating that no ads, trackers, or data are sold. User data is stored within the EU (Frankfurt), and contact list access is not required. Monthly photos are not end-to-end encrypted.
What are the subscription options for Runde?
Runde offers several subscription plans, including 'Colloquies Core' and 'Colloquies Premium' with monthly and yearly options. Prices range from $2.99 per month for basic features to $29.99 per year for core features.
How often is Runde updated?
The app was last updated on November 3, 2026, indicating a recent focus on development. The latest version available is 0.15.0.
