How do image messages work?

TL;DR

When image messages are available, confirmed friends can choose a photo from the camera or gallery, crop it, send it and open received images full-screen.

Updated July 28, 2026

When image messages are enabled, confirmed friends can share photos inside their private chat. The image button may be hidden while the feature is being rolled out or temporarily unavailable.

Choose, crop and send

  1. Tap the image button and choose Camera or Gallery.

  2. Allow camera or photo access if your device asks for permission.

  3. Move and zoom the image inside the frame to choose the crop.

  4. Review the preview and tap Send.

If delivery could not be confirmed, check the conversation before sending again — the image may already be there.

Viewing an image

Tap an image bubble to open the full-size viewer. You can zoom and pan for a closer look. If a download fails, tap again to retry.

Privacy and limits

  • Images can be sent only between confirmed friends.

  • Every player can switch off Receive Images in Chat in Settings without disabling text chat.

  • Daily and short-term sending limits protect the service. VIP members currently receive twice the standard allowance.

  • Press and hold an incoming image to report it.

  • Press and hold your own image to delete it for everyone while message deletion is active and the allowed time window has not expired.

Clearing Downloaded Media removes the local cached copy from your device. It does not delete the image from the server or from the conversation.

Related articles

How do private chats work?Private chats support text, voice and image messages when available, plus typing indicators, read receipts, delete-for-everyone and up to three pinned chats.
How do voice messages work?Confirmed friends can record, preview and send 1–60 second voice notes when available. Silent recordings are rejected, recipients can opt out, and VIP receives higher limits.
Why can I only send emojis during a match?In-match communication is emoji-only — no free text. Extra emojis are sold in the store (currently 150 gems each), and some are progress-track rewards.
What privacy and blocking tools do I have?Control who can chat, read receipts, incoming voice and image messages, and online status — or block a player to cut off chats and gifts in both directions.

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