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Partner Linking

Connect with your partner to unlock ReKindle's full potential.

What is Partner Linking?​

Partner linking is the process of connecting your ReKindle account with your partner's account. Once linked, you can:

  • Exchange balance tokens
  • Generate AI suggestions for each other
  • Share important dates
  • Track relationship health together
  • Access couple-focused features

Most ReKindle features require a partner connection:

Features Available Without Partner:​

Option 1: Send a Partner Request​

If you know your partner's email or user ID:

  1. Navigate to Profile tab
  2. Tap Partner section (or Partner settings)
  3. Tap "Link with Partner" or "Send Request"
  4. Enter your partner's:
    • Email address (they used to sign up), OR
    • User ID (unique identifier)
  5. Optional: Add a personal message
  6. Tap "Send Request"
  7. Wait for your partner to accept

What happens:

  • Your partner receives a notification
  • They can Accept or Decline directly from the notification
  • You're notified when they respond

Option 2: Accept a Partner Request​

If your partner sent you a request:

  1. You receive a notification: "Partner Request from [Name]"
  2. Open Notifications screen
  3. Find the partner request notification
  4. Tap "Accept" to link
  5. Or tap "Decline" to reject

Instant linking:

  • Once you accept, you're immediately linked
  • Both receive success notifications
  • Partner features unlock instantly

Partner Status Indicators​

Throughout the app, you'll see visual indicators of your partner status:

Not Linked​

  • Badge: "Not Linked" or "No Partner"
  • Color: Gray
  • Call-to-Action: Prompts to send a partner request

Pending Request (Sent)​

  • Badge: "Pending"
  • Color: Yellow/Orange
  • Status: Waiting for partner to accept your request

Pending Request (Received)​

  • Badge: "Request Received"
  • Color: Yellow/Orange
  • Action: Accept or Decline buttons in notification

Linked​

  • Badge: "Linked" with partner's name
  • Color: Green
  • Visual: Heart icon or relationship badge
  • Status: Fully connected

Viewing Partner Information​

Once linked, you can see:

  • Partner's name
  • Partner's avatar
  • Link status
  • Connection date

Where to find:

  • Dashboard header (avatars)
  • Profile → Partner tab
  • Suggestion screens

Unlinking from Partner​

To disconnect from your partner:

  1. Navigate to Profile → Partner section
  2. Find partner details
  3. Tap "Unlink" or "Remove Partner"
  4. Confirm your decision in the dialog

What happens when you unlink:

  • ⚠️ You lose access to couple features
  • ⚠️ Shared data (important dates) may become private
  • ⚠️ Balance tokens are reset
  • ⚠️ Existing suggestions remain but you can't create new ones
  • ⚠️ Subscription returns to your own tier - If you were using your partner's premium subscription, you'll immediately lose access to those benefits
  • ✅ Both users are notified of the unlink
  • ✅ You can link with a new partner later
Unlinking is Serious

Unlinking removes your relationship data and cannot be easily undone. If you're using your partner's subscription benefits, you'll lose premium access immediately. Consider communicating with your partner before unlinking.

Canceling Pending Requests​

If you sent a request and want to cancel:

  1. Go to Profile → Partner section
  2. Find pending request status
  3. Tap "Cancel Request"
  4. Request is withdrawn
  5. Partner is notified (if applicable)

Partner Request Notifications​

Sent Request​

When you send a request, you'll see:

  • Confirmation toast: "Partner request sent!"
  • Status changes to "Pending"
  • Wait for response

Received Request​

When you receive a request:

  • 📬 Notification appears
  • Push notification (if enabled)
  • See requester's name and message
  • Action buttons: Accept | Decline

Request Accepted​

When your request is accepted:

  • 🎉 Success notification: "[Partner] accepted your request!"
  • Status changes to "Linked"
  • Features unlock immediately
  • Dashboard populates with shared data

Request Declined​

When your request is declined:

  • Notification: "Request declined"
  • Status returns to "Not Linked"
  • Can send a new request to someone else

Privacy & Shared Data​

What's Shared When Linked:​

✅ Shared:

  • Your name and avatar
  • Balance token exchanges
  • Important dates (if marked as shared)
  • Manual suggestion requests
  • Recent moments (token history)

❌ Not Shared:

  • Individual card swipes (always private)
  • Your AI profile insights (always private)
  • Important dates marked as private
  • Personal statistics (unless displayed together)

Data Visibility​

Your Partner Can See:

  • Suggestions generated for them (not for you)
  • Tokens you sent them
  • Important dates you choose to share
  • Manual suggestions you create for yourself
  • Your name, avatar, and public profile

Your Partner Cannot See:

  • Your card swipe answers
  • Your AI profile content
  • Suggestions generated for you
  • Your private important dates
  • Your badge collection (currently)

Frequently Asked Questions​

Q: Can I link with more than one partner?

A: No, ReKindle supports one active partner link at a time. You must unlink from your current partner before linking with someone new.

Q: Does my partner need a paid subscription to link?

A: No! Subscriptions are automatically shared between linked partners. If one partner has a paid subscription (Flame or Blaze), both enjoy the premium benefits. Only one of you needs to pay - see Subscription Plans for more details.

Q: What happens to our data if we unlink?

A: Shared data becomes private to each user. Token history may be retained for your records, but active features (balance tracking, suggestion generation) stop working. Additionally, each partner returns to their own subscription tier - if you were using your partner's premium benefits, you'll lose access immediately.

Q: Can I re-link with the same partner after unlinking?

A: Yes, you can send a new partner request to the same person. However, previous relationship data (balance, tokens) may not be restored.

Q: How do I find my partner's user ID?

A: Your partner can find their user ID in: Profile → Account → User ID (or similar location). They can share it with you directly.

Q: Can I link using just a name?

A: No, you need either your partner's email address (used for sign-up) or their unique user ID. Names alone aren't unique enough.

Q: What if my partner doesn't have ReKindle yet?

A: Your partner must create a ReKindle account first. Send them an invitation to download the app and sign up, then send a partner request.

Q: Can I link with someone who isn't my romantic partner?

A: While ReKindle is designed for romantic relationships, the technical feature works with any user. Use your discretion for your relationship type.

Q: What happens to pending requests if I send a new one?

A: You can only have one pending outgoing request at a time. Sending a new request may cancel the previous one.

Q: How long do partner requests last?

A: Partner request notifications expire after 7 days. If your partner doesn't respond, you may need to send a new request.

Q: Can I block someone from sending me requests?

A: Currently, you can decline requests, but there's no blocking feature. If you receive unwanted requests, contact support.

Q: Will unlinking notify my partner?

A: Yes, your partner receives a notification when you unlink. This is intentional for transparency.