findatime is a free social scheduling app that finds when you and your friends are both free. You mark your available hours each week, share a single link, and findatime automatically surfaces the times that overlap — so you can stop the back-and-forth of 'when are you free?' texts and just make the plan.

How do casual plans work on findatime?

Instead of polling a group chat, you post what you're up for — a gym session, a hike, a coffee — along with a time. Share it with a Group so the whole crew sees it at once. Friends who are free tap 'I'm Keen'. No RSVPs to chase, no one feels pressured.

Does findatime sync with my calendar?

No. findatime does not sync with Google Calendar, Outlook, or any calendar app. You manually mark the hours you're free each week, which takes about 30 seconds. Your contacts and calendar data stay completely private.

Can I use findatime to catch up with friends overseas?

Yes. findatime works across timezones. You mark your free hours in your local time, your friend marks theirs in their local time, and the app shows you the overlap in your own timezone — no mental math required.

Yes, findatime is free to use. Set your availability, share your link, and start making plans at no cost.

How is findatime different from a group chat?

Group chats require back-and-forth messages to find a time everyone's free. findatime eliminates that: you mark your availability once, share a link, and the app shows the overlap automatically. For casual plans, you post once and see who's keen — no chasing RSVPs.

Making Friends in Manchester: A Guide for the Northern Powerhouse

The Manchester advantage

Manchester has a reputation for being one of the friendliest cities in the UK. The social culture is warm, open, and less reserved than London. It's a great city to build a social circle in — if you can handle the weather.

The Manchester-specific challenges

The weather. The cold, wet weather makes outdoor plans less appealing for much of the year.
The geographic spread. A friend in Chorlton, you in Didsbury, another in the Northern Quarter — a "quick coffee" is a 30-minute tram ride.
The work culture. Manchester's growing tech and media sectors are demanding.

The fixes

1. The morning walk

The Rochdale Canal, Heaton Park, Platt Fields — Manchester is walkable and beautiful in the early morning. A 7am walk is protected from work and the weather.

2. The pub culture

Manchester's pub culture is a real social institution — warm, friendly, and conducive to conversation. Use it, but don't rely on it exclusively.

3. The music and culture scene

Manchester's music and culture scene is one of the best in the UK — use it. Recurring events (gig nights, classes, markets) are the easiest way to meet people.

4. Share your availability

Mark your free hours, share your findatime link, and let the overlap find you. In a city where the weather and the calendar kill plans, removing the scheduling tax is the biggest lever.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Manchester friendly?

Yes — Manchester is famously friendly. The social culture is warm and open, and it's easier to build a circle here than in London.

How do I make Mancunian friends?

The pub is the easiest entry point. Beyond that, the music and culture scene. The key is to show up to recurring events.

How do I handle the weather?

Plan indoor recurring activities, and embrace the outdoor culture regardless of the weather. The people who thrive in Manchester are the ones who go outside in the rain.