Designing Private Family Networks

Why private-by-default matters

Families optimize for trust, not engagement. A private network keeps memories findable and consent‑based, with data that stays yours.

Principles we apply

• Ownership: your data stays yours — export any time
• Consent: per‑post visibility for family circles (not public feeds)
• Calm: no ad targeting, no infinite‑scroll pressure

From principles to product

These values shape features like Family Announcements, Memory Lane, Connections Map, and Trusted Chat.

Anti‑patterns we avoid

• Default‑public posts and forced discovery
• Engagement algorithms that bury important context
• Dark patterns around invites, contacts, or sharing
• Data sales or training public AI models

Consent patterns that feel natural

Start private. Choose circles like Grandparents or Cousins. Switch visibility later if needed — and keep an audit of who can see what.

Designing for all ages

Readable type, high contrast, and clear actions — with accessible transcripts for audio/video and support for multiple languages in captions and posts.

FAQs

Do you run ads or trackers?

No. Kunbaa is subscription‑based and ad‑free. We don’t sell data or train public models on your content.

Can I export my data?

Yes. We support GEDCOM import/export for tree data and media downloads for your archives.

How does this work with genealogy tools?

Use discovery platforms like MyHeritage or Ancestry for research, and keep living, consent‑based stories in Kunbaa. Bring key lines via GEDCOM when helpful.

Is it safe for kids and elders?

Yes. You control invites and circles. Accessibility and calm defaults keep the experience considerate for every generation.