Join the BuddyUp Creator Program. Post TikToks about the Bay Area, earn $1 per 1K views, and get paid monthly. It takes 10 minutes to get started.
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Tired of missed connections, endless group chats, or last-minute flakes? BuddyUp shows you who's free and what they're into, so you can plan less and do more.
Instantly find friends or new people who are free when you are. No more texting around — just open the app and go.
Match based on your favorite sports, hobbies, or hangouts — tennis, climbing, coffee, yoga, hiking, whatever you're into.
Skip the group chat. Send an invite and go. Built for spontaneity — make plans for today or schedule something soon.
Available on iOS and Android
Four simple steps from application to getting paid.
Fill out a quick application. You're instantly approved and directed to onboarding.
Pick your username, set up your TikTok, and add the BuddyUp download link to your bio. Takes 10 minutes.
Pick one of 3 simple video formats and post about the Bay Area. No guesswork.
Report your views, hit $10 minimum, and get paid every month. That simple.
Each creator gets a unique identity built around a sport or activity. Here's how it works.
Your username follows the format firstname.sport — simple, clean, and memorable.
You'll set up accounts using your creator username:
Use these hashtags on every post to maximize reach and stay consistent.
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Location
We keep it simple. Pick from 3 proven TikTok formats — no guesswork, just post.
Look into the camera and talk about making plans, finding activity partners, or the Bay Area social scene.
Act out a relatable scenario about spontaneous plans, flaky group chats, or finding your people.
Record yourself scrolling through BuddyUp — show how you can see who's free, filter by activity, and make plans in seconds.
Simple, transparent pay based on the views your content generates.
No complicated tracking links. Just post content, report your views, and get paid via Venmo.
Add this link to your TikTok & Instagram bio:
Everything you need to know before applying.
No! You can be anywhere. Your content just needs to be Bay Area focused. Many of our top creators post about the Bay Area from other cities — it's the content that matters, not your location.
When you report your views, include your Venmo username. Once we verify your views, we'll send payment directly to your Venmo. Make sure your Venmo username is correct so we can pay you quickly!
Use the Report page to submit your view counts. You'll enter the platform, post link, and view count along with a screenshot of your analytics as proof. We verify everything before payout.
Payouts happen monthly. Once your verified views hit $10 or more in earnings ($1 per 1K views), we'll process your payout. No cap — the more you post, the more you earn, every month.
Your username follows the format firstname.sport — for example, maya.soccer, alex.hiking, or sarah.yoga. This becomes your identity across email, Instagram, and TikTok.
We recommend posting at least 3-5 times per week across platforms. Consistency is key — the algorithm rewards creators who show up regularly. Mix carousels and videos for the best results.
Content about spontaneity, making plans, and meeting new people does best. Think "I found a tennis partner in 30 seconds" or "This app killed my flaky group chat." Show how easy it is to see who's free and just go do something.