Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions? We're here to help. Find answers to common queries below.
General Questions
Kathamala is a free social networking platform designed for writers and readers to connect, share, and publish content. Writers can create and manage posts, including poems, short stories, novels, or any form of writing, while readers can engage with content and interact with authors.
Anyone with an interest in writing or reading can join Kathamala. Writers of all levels—beginners to professionals—and readers who enjoy discovering new content are welcome to participate.
Yes, Kathamala is completely free for all users to create accounts, publish content, and engage with the community.
To sign up, visit the Kathamala website and click on the "Sign Up" button. Provide your email address, create a password, and fill in basic profile information. You’ll receive a confirmation email to activate your account.
For Writers
You can publish a wide variety of content, including poems, rhymes, short stories, novels, essays, one-liners, or personal experiences. There are no restrictions on genre or format, as long as the content adheres to our Community Guidelines.
After logging in, go to the "Create Post" section. Enter your content, add a title, and choose relevant tags or categories. You can save your post as a draft or publish it immediately. Once published, your content is visible to the Kathamala community and can be shared to your social networks.
Yes, you can edit or delete your posts at any time. Go to your profile, select the post you want to modify, and choose the "Edit" or "Delete" option. Note that deleted posts cannot be recovered.
You retain full ownership and copyright of your content. Kathamala only hosts your work and does not claim any rights over it. You are responsible for managing and maintaining your content.
You can promote your work by sharing your posts to external social media platforms directly from Kathamala. Additionally, engage with the community by commenting on other posts, joining discussions, and using relevant tags to increase visibility.
Kathamala does not have a mandatory review process for most content, but all posts must comply with our Community Guidelines. Inappropriate content may be reported and removed by moderators.
For Readers
Browse content by categories, genres, or tags on the homepage or use the search bar to find specific topics or authors. You can also follow your favorite writers to see their latest posts in your feed.
Yes, readers can comment on posts, like content, and share it within or outside Kathamala. You can also follow writers to stay updated on their new publications.
You can browse some public content without an account, but creating a free account allows you to follow writers, comment, and access personalized features like saving posts to read later.
Community and Engagement
You can connect by following other users, commenting on their posts, or joining discussion groups based on genres or interests. Kathamala encourages building a supportive community of writers and readers.
Our Community Guidelines ensure a safe and respectful environment. Key rules include no hate speech, harassment, or plagiarism; respecting intellectual property; and posting appropriate content. Violating these guidelines may result in content removal or account suspension.
Use the "Report" button next to any post or comment to flag inappropriate content. Our moderation team will review the report and take appropriate action.
Technical Questions
Yes, Kathamala is mobile-friendly and can be accessed via web browsers on smartphones and tablets. We are also working on dedicated iOS and Android apps, which will be announced soon.
Click the "Forgot Password" link on the login page. Enter your email address, and you’ll receive a link to reset your password.
To delete your account, go to your profile settings, select "Account," and choose "Delete Account." Follow the prompts to confirm. Note that this action is permanent and will remove all your content.
Privacy and Security
We take privacy seriously. Your personal information is protected under our Privacy Policy, and we do not share it with third parties without consent. You can control the visibility of your profile and posts (public or private).
Yes, you can set your profile and individual posts to private in your account settings, making them visible only to approved followers.
Support
For assistance, email our support team at support@kathamala.com or use the "Contact Us" form on the website. We aim to respond within 24–48 hours.
Check out our Help Center on the website for tutorials, guides, and tips on making the most of Kathamala. You can also follow our blog or social media for updates and community highlights.