This article is for people who use a screen reader program such as Windows Narrator, JAWS, or NVDA with Windows tools or features and  Microsoft 365 products. This article is part of the Accessibility help & learning content set where you can find more accessibility information on our apps. For general help, visit Microsoft Support.

GroupMe is a group messaging app designed for chatting with friends, family, or colleagues. It enables easy communication through text, images, videos, and emojis. You can also find and join groups that match your interests, including those nearby and on your campus. For additional information, go to What is GroupMe?

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Use GroupMe for iOS with VoiceOver, the built-in iOS screen reader. VoiceOver provides spoken feedback to users, allowing them to navigate through the GroupMe interface, read messages, send messages, and interact with various features of the app.

Notes: 

  • This topic assumes that you are using the built-in iOS screen reader, VoiceOver. To learn more about using VoiceOver, go to iOS accessibility.

  • This topic assumes you are using this app with an iOS phone.

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Sign in to your account

To sign-in and access your GroupMe account, follow these steps:

  1. Press the Home button (or swipe up from the bottom of the screen on devices without a Home button) to return to the home screen.

  2. Navigate through the home screen by swiping left or right with one finger.

  3. Locate the GroupMe app on the home screen by swiping left or right, then double-tap to open it.

  4. Double-tap the Sign-in button to access the sign-in page.

  5. Double-tap the Email or phone number button to be able to input your sign-in credentials.

  6. Double-tap the Email address or phone number and enter your email address or phone number associated with your GroupMe account.

  7. Double-tap the Password box to enter your password.

  8. Then, double-tap the Continue button.

Navigate the home page

Once you've signed in, you can navigate the GroupMe home page with the following VoiceOver gestures: 

  • Flick using one finger to move between elements on the screen.

  • Tap to select a UI element.

  • Double-tap to activate a selected UI element.

Key elements of the GroupMe home page

Top bar 

The top bar has the following elements that enable you to manage your contacts, share QR codes, and conduct searches. 

  • Add contact: This element allows you to access your GroupMe contacts, and find and invite new contacts. You can also use the Search  icon to search quickly for a contact or the Camera  icon to scan a QR code for a contact.

  • Display QR code: This element allows you to generate and share your unique QR code, making it easier for people to connect with you on GroupMe.

Bottom bar 

The bottom bar of the screen provides the options to manage chats, discover new features, and access your profile and settings. 

  • Select your chats: This option allows you to navigate your chat list to view and manage your conversations with contacts or groups. 

  • Discoverable groups: Explore and join trending groups based on your interests, including nearby and campus groups within the GroupMe community. 

    • To find campus groups, you’ll need your school email address. Your school information and chats are private and won't be shared.

  • Profile and settings: Access your profile and settings to customize your profile, manage account preferences, and adjust app settings. 

    1. Profile: Add your photo, edit your name, bio, and account information, share your GroupMe profile, connect to Facebook, export your data, and delete the account.

    2. Contacts: View and search your GroupMe contacts.

    3. Archive: Access archived chats and group conversations. Use the Rejoin button to rejoin archived groups.

    4. Settings: Customize GroupMe settings including notifications and message preferences.

    5. Help center: Access FAQs, contact support, feedback, and about GroupMe.

    6. Sign out: This option allows you to sign out of the account.

  • Start: This element is located above the bottom bar, the Start button provides four options upon activation:  

    1. Group: Create a new group.

    2. Announcement: Create an announcement group.

    3. School: Connect with classmates, join school-specific groups, and participate in discussions related to academic activities.

    4. Direct message: Send a direct message to the contact. 

      • To close these options, double-tap on the Close icon.

See also

What is GroupMe?

Can I sign in to GroupMe with my Microsoft Account?

How do I sync my contacts in GroupMe?

Technical support for customers with disabilities

Microsoft wants to provide the best possible experience for all our customers. If you have a disability or questions related to accessibility, please contact the Microsoft Disability Answer Desk for technical assistance. The Disability Answer Desk support team is trained in using many popular assistive technologies and can offer assistance in English, Spanish, French, and American Sign Language. Please go to the Microsoft Disability Answer Desk site to find out the contact details for your region.

If you are a government, commercial, or enterprise user, please contact the enterprise Disability Answer Desk.

Use GroupMe for Android with TalkBack, the built-in Android screen reader.

Notes: 

  • This topic assumes that you are using the built-in Android screen reader, TalkBack. To learn more about using TalkBack, go to Android accessibility.

  • This topic assumes you are using this app with an Android phone. Some navigation and gestures might be different for an Android tablet.

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Sign in to your account

To sign-in and access your GroupMe account, follow these steps:

  1. Open the GroupMe app on your Android device.

  2. Double-tap the Sign-in button to access the sign-in page.

  3. Double-tap the Email or phone number button to be able to input your sign-in credentials.

  4. Double-tap the Log-in box and enter the email address associated with your GroupMe account.

  5. Double-tap the Password box to enter your password.

  6. Then, double-tap the Continue button.

    Note: If you’re logging in for the first time the app may prompt you to sync contacts. Double-tap the OK button to let GroupMe sync the contacts from your phone.

Navigate the home page

Once you’ve signed in, you can navigate the GroupMe home page with the following Talkback gestures:

  • Tap to select a UI element.

  • Double-tap to activate a selected UI element.

Key elements on the GroupMe home page

Top bar

The top bar has the following elements that enable you to manage your contacts, share QR codes, and conduct searches.

  • Add contact: This element allows you to access your GroupMe contacts, and find and invite new contacts. You can also use the Search  icon to search quickly for a contact or the Camera  icon to scan a QR code for a contact.

  • Share QR code: This element allows you to generate and share your unique QR code, making it easier for people to connect with you on GroupMe.

  • Search: Use this element to find specific chats within the app quickly. Double-tap to activate, and then type your search text.

Bottom bar

The bottom bar of the screen provides the options to manage chats, discover new features, and access your profile and settings.

  • Select your chats: This option allows you to navigate to your chat list to view and manage your conversations with contacts or groups.

  • Discover: Explore and join trending groups based on your interests, including nearby and campus groups within the GroupMe community. 

    • To find campus groups, you’ll need your school email address. Your school information and chats are private and won't be shared. 

    • When you verify your school email address, you’ll see the option to start a new campus group in the Start a new chat button dropdown list.

  • Profile and settings: Access your profile and settings to customize your profile, manage account preferences, and adjust app settings.

    1. Profile: Add your photo, edit your name, bio, and account information, share your GroupMe profile, connect to Facebook, export your data, and delete the account.

    2. Contacts: View and search your GroupMe contacts.

    3. Archive: Access archived chats and group conversations. Use the Rejoin button to rejoin archived groups.

    4. Settings: Customize GroupMe settings including notifications and message preferences.

    5. Help center: Access FAQs, contact support, feedback, and about GroupMe.

    6. Sign out: This option allows you to sign out of the account.

  • Start: This element is located above the bottom bar, the Start button provides three options upon activation:

    1. Group: Create a new group.

    2. Announcement group: Create an announcement group.

    3. Direct message: Send a direct message to the contact.

      • To close these options, double-tap on the Close icon.

See also

What is GroupMe?

Can I sign in to GroupMe with my Microsoft Account?

How do I sync my contacts in GroupMe?

Technical support for customers with disabilities

Microsoft wants to provide the best possible experience for all our customers. If you have a disability or questions related to accessibility, please contact the Microsoft Disability Answer Desk for technical assistance. The Disability Answer Desk support team is trained in using many popular assistive technologies and can offer assistance in English, Spanish, French, and American Sign Language. Please go to the Microsoft Disability Answer Desk site to find out the contact details for your region.

If you are a government, commercial, or enterprise user, please contact the enterprise Disability Answer Desk.

Use GroupMe with your keyboard and a screen reader in your web browser.

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Sign in to your account

To access your GroupMe account, follow these steps:

  1. Go to GroupMe in your web browser.

  2. Use the Tab key until you hear “Sign in.” Then, press Enter to access the sign-in page.

  3. Press Tab and input your email address and password linked to GroupMe or choose any other sign-in method: Microsoft, Facebook, or Apple.

  4. Press Tab to reach Log in and press Enter.

    Note: If you haven’t created a GroupMe account yet, refer to instructions on How do I sign up for GroupMe?

Navigate the home page

Once you’ve logged in, you can navigate the GroupMe home page with your keyboard and screen reader.

  • Use the Tab key to move between different elements.

  • Press Enter to activate a selected element.

Key elements on the GroupMe home page

Key elements on the home page include:

  1. Toggle Chats: This element allows you to expand or collapse the GroupMe chat pane. Your screen reader announces the status of the toggle.

  2. Chats: Access your chats in the chat pane to communicate with your contacts or groups.

    • The Start a new chat button in the chat pane gives you the following options: Start Group, Start Direct Message, and Start Announcement Group.

  3. Discover Groups: Explore and join new groups based on your interests, including nearby and campus groups. You can also search for a group using the Search box.

    • To find campus groups, you’ll need your school email address. Your school information and chats are private and won't be shared.

    • When you verify your school email address, you’ll see the option to start a new campus group in the Start a new chat button dropdown list.

  4. Contacts: View and manage your contacts associated with GroupMe.

  5. Archive: Access archived chat sessions and group conversations. You can rejoin archived groups if needed using the Rejoin button.

  6. My Profile:

    1. Profile: Edit your profile details such as profile name, bio, email, phone number, and account password. You can also manage account settings like two-step verification, data export, and more.

    2. Settings: Customize GroupMe settings including notifications and message preferences.

    3. Feedback: This option allows you to provide anonymous feedback to help improve GroupMe.

      • When you select this tab, the Feedback dialog opens. Type your feedback in the edit box and avoid including personal and sensitive information.

      • Navigate and activate the Send button to send the feedback.

See also

What is GroupMe?

Can I sign in to GroupMe with my Microsoft Account?

How do I sync my contacts in GroupMe?

Technical support for customers with disabilities 

Microsoft wants to provide the best possible experience for all our customers. If you have a disability or questions related to accessibility, please contact the Microsoft Disability Answer Desk for technical assistance. The Disability Answer Desk support team is trained in using many popular assistive technologies and can offer assistance in English, Spanish, French, and American Sign Language. Please go to the Microsoft Disability Answer Desk site to find out the contact details for your region.

If you are a government, commercial, or enterprise user, please contact the enterprise Disability Answer Desk.

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