How to Send a Message on Quora iOS App: A Comprehensive Guide

Quora is a platform that encourages its users to contribute thoughtfully and engage with content. However, it also provides users with robust privacy features to ensure that messages from strangers do not automatically appear on their profiles. If you wish to send a message to someone on Quora using the Quora iOS app, this guide will walk you through the process step by step.

Understanding Quora's Privacy Settings for Messaging

Quora offers its users the ability to set their messaging options. By default, users decide whether to allow messages from strangers or to keep conversations private. This means that the messaging option will only appear on a user's profile if they have chosen to allow messages from those they do not follow. To initiate a conversation, you must follow these steps:

1. Discovering and Enabling Messaging

To send a message to someone on Quora, you must first navigate to their profile on the Quora iOS app. Once you are on their profile page, you will see a 'three-dot' icon near the top of the screen. Tapping on this icon will reveal a menu of options. Among these options you should see 'Message'. If the user has set up their profile to allow messages from strangers, you will find the 'Message' option here.

2. Sending a Private Message

If you cannot see the 'Message' option, it could be due to a couple of reasons:

The user has restricted messages to only those they follow. The user has blocked you.

If you believe that you should be able to message the user but are unable to, you may need to reach out to them or check your own settings. However, if you continue to encounter issues, it is best to clarify the situation by leaving a comment or reaching out to Quora support.

3. Accessing Messages from Within Your Profile

To initiate a conversation, start by tapping on your profile photo or avatar located in the top left corner of the screen, next to the 'Home' option. From there, you should see the 'Messages' tab. Tap on this to open your message inbox. Here you will see a list of all the people with whom you have been in touch with. If the person you wish to message is on the list, you can simply tap their name to start a conversation. If it is a new user, select the 'Compose' option located in the top right corner of the screen. This will allow you to send a message to the person.

4. Finding the 'Message' Option

Another way to find the 'Message' option is by tapping on your profile to reveal it. Then scroll down to the section that says 'You', and under your name and description, you will find 'Messages'. Click on 'Messages', and then tap 'Compose' in the lower right corner to start a new message.

Conclusion

With these steps, you should now be able to send messages to your friends or follow up on any discussions you have on Quora using the iOS app. Remember, your ability to message someone is dependent on their privacy settings and whether they have allowed messages from strangers. If you continue to face difficulties, reaching out to Quora's customer service team may provide additional assistance.