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Kik - what's it all about

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MilkshakeMonkey · 25/05/2016 16:23

So, yesterday when needed a calculator quickly, I grabbed DH s iPhone and in my hurry swiped right and I saw on his recent used apps he had Kik.

I know nothing about Kik except it's some kind of message app, which I believe has had press for being used anonymously to flirt? (Please feel free to tell me I'm wrong)
We both use whatsapp to message (each other and friends) as phone reception is poor in our area and it uses wifi. So I'm a bit confused why he would have Kik as well? (And it's not been mentioned)

Anyway, I looked back later and it wasn't there (on recent or any icon). Does it have an icon normally?

So, does anyone know much about it?
(Before I get ear bashing about how I should just talk to him, I just need to get my head around it first if it is something I need to worry about)

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KittyKrap · 09/06/2016 09:38

My friend was OLD and used KiK, she asked me to download it so we could chat. So it still could be innocent? I didn't btw.

MilkshakeMonkey · 09/06/2016 10:15

I've figured out the fly bys! Not showing anything (recently anyway, when I've time I will look at ALL of them)

Until I know it is or isn't innocent I can't do much Sad -except go out of my mind-

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IWILLgiveupsugar · 09/06/2016 15:00

I still think you should make him hand you the phone and the sign in details and look at it there and then, before he has a chance to delete. I can think of no good reason why he would have this and install/uninstall it at will. Innocent apps tend to be left on the phone all the time.

Did you look at skype and the mobile phone bill and bank/credit card statements?

Fellytone · 09/06/2016 16:21

I actually agree with Sugar. If he logs in in front of you you'll be able to see all his contacts and any messages he's received since he's last used it. You're going to drive yourself crazy the longer this goes on.

JessicaFree · 09/06/2016 19:16

Follow your instincts / your gut feeling.

MilkshakeMonkey · 10/06/2016 19:41

Just thought I'd nip back with a quick update.

Nothing more has happened/come up with possible affairs.
My dad has been admitted into hospital and is really not well. So my focus needs to be on him right now.
I'm sure this isn't the end of the situation but I can't be chasing around after the possibilities when Dad needs me.

Thank you all for listening to me in my hour (s) of need over this

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loveyoutothemoon · 10/06/2016 20:35

Sorry about your dad. Yes put it on hold and think about your dad, hope he makes a speedy recovery and 'chin up' x

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