Getting Started on Dabel

Whether you want to talk or just listen, being a part of a Dabel stream is easy!

In a Dabel stream, anyone can be a speaker! After a host starts a live stream, they can invite any listener to talk together in the live stream.

Here, we’ve assembled a quick guide with answers to some common questions about using Dabel. But first, you’ll want to install the app.

A video tutorial to get started as a listener on Dabel

When you’re a listener

How do I talk in someone’s stream?

• “Want to Talk” Status

After you join a host’s stream, you’ll see the stream window with a “Want to Talk” toggle at the bottom next to the comment button. After you switch your “Want to Talk” status on, the host will get a notification saying that you would like to be invited. If they invite you to become a speaker, your mic will be turned on and you’ll be able to join the stream!

Once you’re a speaker, you can mute your mic without returning to a listener

• Tap ‘Accept’ on dialogue window

Another way for the host to invite a listener to talk is by tapping on their user icon in the comments section or the invite list. When the host sends an invite, the listener will see a dialogue window to accept or decline the invitation.

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*Your microphone will be automatically turned on when you accept the invite, so just start talking!

I don’t want to return to being a listener, but I want to mute my microphone

• There’s a button with a mic icon, next to the Comment button. Tap that button to mute and unmute yourself, without returning to a listener.

When I’m a speaker, how do I go back to just being a listener?

• Tap the button next to the stream title and select the option, “Turn Off.”

When you’re a host

How do I start a stream?

Tap on the button in the bottom middle, which will take you to the Start Stream screen. Here, you can pick a title, background image and tags or description for your stream.

How do I invite a listener to talk with me?

• “Want to Talk” Status: When a listener turns on their “Want to Talk” status, you’ll get a notification message with an invite button. Tap on the invite button and the speaker’s mic will be automatically turned on, ready for the speaker to join the conversation.
• Invite list: At the top of the stream window, there is a button to open the Invite List. This list contains all the listeners and speakers in your stream, with the “Follow” and “Invite” buttons next to their names.
• User Icon in Comments Section: Tap on an user’s icon in the comments section to open the user options. Here, you’ll find the buttons to invite and follow the user.

I’m having problems with another user. How can I block them?

By blocking a user, they won’t be able to see or join the streams you host and you won’t see theirs. The user will also no longer show up in your search results.

• During a livestream: In the comments section, tap on their user icon to open the user menu. Tap on the three dots to open more options and select the Block button. You can also tap on the Invite List during and swipe left on a user to reveal the Block button.
• From search: Search a user’s name you want to block and open their profile page. Tap on the three dots to open more options. Then, select the block button.
• To unblock a user: Open the menu from your profile page and select “Blocked Users.” Here, you’ll see a list of all the users you have blocked. Select a user to open their profile page. Tap on the button that now says “Blocked,” to unblock the user.

Block a user during a live stream by swiping left in the invite list or opening their user profile

If this doesn’t solve the problem with a problematic user or you experience harassment, please contact us at hello@d0kid0ki.com.

How can I report a user or a stream?

• Within the menu in your profile page, there is a “Contact Us” option. Tap on this to open a window to write an email to the Dabel team.
• Send a message describing the issue with details, screenshots, and stream link if possible.

How can I share a stream with friends?

• During a live stream: Use the share button at the bottom of the screen to open options to share to Facebook, Messenger, Twitter, Email, and other options.
• Before a live stream: Use the Dabel with Friends button to share the app with friends. Be sure to let them know your username so they can follow you and find your streams!

🗣🎙Download the free Dabel app to start meeting new people and live streaming with friends!