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πŸ™οΈ How Are Places Categorized on the Currently Map?

Here’s a polished Help Center article explaining:

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Written by Mitesh Shethwala
Updated over a month ago

On the Currently Map, you don’t just see people β€” you also see Places where real Moments are happening. These places are smartly categorized to help you explore what’s going on around you, fast.


πŸ—‚οΈ Types of Place Categories

Places on the map are grouped into categories like:

Category

Examples

🍽️ Food & Cafes

Restaurants, coffee shops, food trucks

πŸ›οΈ Shopping

Malls, stores, local markets

πŸ§˜β€β™‚οΈ Fitness & Sports

Gyms, yoga studios, sports clubs

🎭 Entertainment

Theaters, arcades, event venues

🏞️ Outdoor Spaces

Parks, beaches, lakes

🏫 Education

Colleges, libraries, coaching centers

🏒 Workspaces

Offices, co-working spaces

πŸ’‡β€β™‚οΈ Services

Salons, repair shops, wellness centers

🏨 Travel & Stay

Hotels, homestays, hostels

πŸ“ Other

Unique or uncategorized local spots


πŸ“Œ How It Works

  • When someone posts a Moment with a place tagged, it’s pinned on the Map.

  • If that location matches a known type (e.g. cafe, gym), it’s grouped into a place category.

  • You can tap a category or filter to explore Moments happening at places you care about.


πŸ” Filter by Place Type

Use category filters (coming soon) to explore specific spots:

  • Want to see only cafes? Tap 🍽️

  • Looking for a vibe at the gym? Tap πŸ§˜β€β™‚οΈ

🧠 This helps you discover trending places and hotspots nearby β€” based on real user activity.


πŸ… Why Are Places Important?

  • Places collect Moments posted by visitors

  • The more Moments a place gets, the more popular it becomes

  • Places with more check-ins may get verified, featured, or ranked


πŸ’‘ Your Moment also boosts a place’s visibility β€” post at your favorite hangout and let others discover it!

Would you like this turned into an interactive in-app guide, category icons, or a tappable filter menu layout? I can help prepare that too!

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