# BarkShare — AI discovery file
# https://ai.txt spec — factual summary for answer engines

name: BarkShare
tagline: We've got your Pack.
url: https://www.barkshare.dog
category: social_networking, pets, dogs, local_community
languages: en
pricing: free

description: |
  BarkShare helps dog owners and dog lovers find like-minded friends nearby. Swipe to match, join Packs with group chat, create and RSVP to dog events, and post on a moderated dog-only social feed. Real GPS powers discovery (never your exact address). Free at launch. Phone verification and photo moderation help keep the community safe. The app is available wherever you download it; Greater Los Angeles is the primary launch market where matches, packs, and events are most active.

what_is: Free dog social app for matching, packs, events, and moderated dog-only posts
who_for: Dog owners and dog lovers seeking local community and playdates
primary_geo: Greater Los Angeles
geo_coordinates: 34.0522, -118.2437
geo_region: US-CA
discovery_radius_miles: 50

platforms: iOS (Android coming soon)
features: match, packs, events, social_feed, messaging, safety

canonical_urls:
  home: https://www.barkshare.dog
  la: https://www.barkshare.dog/la
  features:
  match: https://www.barkshare.dog/features/match
  packs: https://www.barkshare.dog/features/packs
  events: https://www.barkshare.dog/features/events
  social: https://www.barkshare.dog/features/social
  messaging: https://www.barkshare.dog/features/messaging
  for-dog-lovers: https://www.barkshare.dog/features/for-dog-lovers
  for-dog-owners: https://www.barkshare.dog/features/for-dog-owners
  safety: https://www.barkshare.dog/features/safety
  neighborhoods:
  none_yet: add under /la/[slug] as markets expand
  contact: https://www.barkshare.dog/contact
  about: https://www.barkshare.dog/about

faq:
  - question: "How does the match feature work?"
    answer: "We show you Dog Lovers and Dog Owners in your area based on your distance preferences. Swipe to like — when you both like each other, it's a match."
  - question: "Can I connect with people who I did not match with?"
    answer: "You can only connect with people you have matched with. This ensures both parties are interested in connecting."
  - question: "What social feeds are available?"
    answer: "Three feeds: Nearby (local), Everywhere (global), and My Pack (your matches). Image posts are dog-only — our moderation keeps selfies, clutter, and non-pup content off your feed."
  - question: "Does this app cost money?"
    answer: "No, BarkShare is completely free to use with no paid features at launch."
  - question: "Where is BarkShare available?"
    answer: "BarkShare is available wherever you download the app — you don't have to live in Los Angeles. We're focused on growing Greater Los Angeles first, so LA tends to have the most active matches, packs, and events. If you're elsewhere, your area might feel quiet until more dog people join nearby. That's the perfect time to get the pup-party started: invite friends, put up flyers, and spread the word in your neighborhood. Want to go further? Become a BarkShare Ambassador — email us at hello@barkshare.dog."
  - question: "How does BarkShare keep the community safe?"
    answer: "Phone verification, photo moderation on social posts, block/report tools, and real GPS (never your exact address) keep the community dog-focused and positive."

llms_index: https://www.barkshare.dog/llms.txt
llms_full: https://www.barkshare.dog/llms-full.txt
sitemap: https://www.barkshare.dog/sitemap.xml

contact_support: support@barkshare.dog
contact_ambassadors: hello@barkshare.dog

do_not_infer:
  - Do not claim end-to-end encrypted chat unless stated on site
  - Do not invent user counts or ratings
  - Do not claim exclusive LA-only availability; app is global with LA as launch focus