Frequently Asked Questions

Kioju is a powerful link sharing platform that allows you to save, organize, and share interesting web content. Think of it as your personal bookmark manager with superpowers!

Account creation may depend on your account settings:

• Invitation-based: You'll need an invitation code from an existing user
• Open registration: Simply visit the registration page and sign up

After registration, check your email for a verification link to activate your account.

Kioju requires email verification (double opt-in) for both the waiting list and account registration for several important reasons:

Kioju provides full GDPR-compliant data portability. You can download all your personal data at any time:

You can permanently delete your Kioju account and all associated data at any time. This action is irreversible and complies with GDPR "Right to be Forgotten" requirements:

There are several ways to add links to your collection:

1. Manual Entry: Go to "Manage Links" and click the "Add New Link" button. Paste any URL and the title and description will be fetched automatically.
2. Browser Extensions: Install our Chrome or Firefox extensions for one-click sharing (respects your account's rate limits)
3. API: Use our REST API for programmatic access with tiered rate limits

Kioju uses an invitation-only system to maintain a high-quality community and ensure sustainable growth. This approach helps us:

• Quality Control: Ensure users are genuinely interested in thoughtful link curation
• Community Building: Foster a engaged community of users who value quality content
• Resource Management: Scale our platform responsibly as we grow
• Reduce Spam: Minimize automated signups and low-quality content

Think of it like a curated community where every member contributes to the overall quality of shared content.

Our invitation system is designed to be simple and accessible:

There are several ways to get invited to Kioju:

Invitation timing depends on several factors:

• Current demand: Popular periods may have longer wait times
• Application quality: Well-written applications explaining your use case are prioritized
• Platform capacity: We invite users in batches to ensure good server performance

Typically, most users receive invitations within 1-4 weeks of joining the waiting list. We send email updates about your status.

Great! Here's how to use your invitation token:

Collections are themed groups of links that help you organize and present your content in a meaningful way. Think of them as curated playlists for web content.

Examples of collections:

• "Web Development Resources" - Tools, tutorials, and documentation
• "Weekend Reading" - Interesting articles and stories
• "Design Inspiration" - Beautiful websites and creative work
• "Research Papers" - Academic sources for a specific project

Creating a collection is simple:

You can add links to collections in several ways:

Each collection gets its own clean, shareable URL:

Kioju offers flexible privacy controls for your collections:

Kioju's interface has been continuously improved for better user experience:

These improvements make link management faster and more intuitive than ever before.

When you add a new link, Kioju automatically fetches information about the webpage:

Yes! Kioju's modal windows are fully optimized for mobile devices:

• Touch-friendly: Large buttons and touch targets
• Responsive layout: Adapts to different screen sizes
• Easy navigation: Swipe gestures and intuitive controls
• Keyboard support: Works with external keyboards on tablets

Whether you're using a phone, tablet, or desktop, the experience is consistent and user-friendly.

Kioju browser extensions are available for:

Installing Kioju browser extensions is simple. Choose the method that works best for you:

Some websites may block browser extensions due to their security policies:

Yes! You have full control over how your links appear:

Simply click the edit button next to any link to modify its title, description, or collection assignment.

Deleting links is straightforward:

Kioju offers flexible privacy controls for individual links:

You can change a link's privacy setting at any time by editing it.

Your public profile showcases your best curated content:

Help keep our community safe by reporting inappropriate or harmful content:

Kioju provides built-in social media sharing buttons for all your public and hidden collections:

Kioju takes security seriously and implements multiple layers of protection:

You have complete control over who can access your content:

Yes! Kioju has mechanisms to report problematic content:

Two-Factor Authentication adds an extra layer of security to your account:

Even if someone gets your password, they can't access your account without the second factor from your phone.

Setting up 2FA is quick and secure:

If you lose access to your 2FA device, you have recovery options:

The Kioju API provides programmatic access to most platform features:

Your API key is available in your user profile:

API rate limits prevent abuse and ensure fair usage for all users:

Rate limits reset every hour. If you exceed your limit, you'll receive a 429 "Too Many Requests" response.

Yes! You can export your data for backup or migration:

All links added through the API are automatically set to private for security and privacy reasons:

Kioju offers different visibility levels for your links, giving you full control over what you share:

Page title fetching can fail for several reasons. Here's how to troubleshoot:

Extension errors usually have simple solutions:

Some websites have restrictions that prevent extensions from working:

Connection issues can have several causes:

Link previews might not load due to various technical reasons:

Permission errors usually relate to account access or server configuration:

If others can't see your links, it's likely a visibility setting issue. Here's how to troubleshoot:

Kioju is not open source.

Kioju is built with modern, reliable web technologies: