Startup Rockup Messenger addresses communication issues and explains app functionality

The early-stage startup Rockup Messenger has acknowledged a communication error related to its outreach campaign conducted between April and May 2026. The company distributed handwritten notes in public areas of Limassol without providing company identification, leading to confusion among residents. Rockup Messenger is a location-based mobile application that facilitates real-time chat among users in specific physical locations, such as neighborhoods and campuses, without requiring pre-existing contacts. In early 2026, a local family successfully recovered a lost dog using the app's neighborhood feature, which the company highlights as a practical application of its platform. Developers state that the app uses location data strictly to display nearby chats and does not track or share the user's exact location with others. The company aims to facilitate faster community responses to local incidents, including safety concerns and emergencies. This statement was issued to clarify the app's purpose and address the confusion caused by their recent marketing methods.