Frequently Asked Questions
What is FriendRewind?
FriendRewind is a free retro social network inspired by MySpace (2005–2009). It lets you fully customize your profile with HTML and CSS, share music with a built-in music player, write blogs, join groups, post bulletins, and connect with friends — all without algorithms or tracking. FriendRewind is the best MySpace alternative available today.
Is FriendRewind free?
Yes, FriendRewind is completely free to use. There are no premium tiers, no paywalls, and no hidden fees. You can create a profile, customize it, share music, write blogs, and join groups — all for free.
What makes FriendRewind different from other retro social networks?
FriendRewind offers a built-in music player with playlist support, a video sharing platform (FriendRewind Vid), profile photo galleries, a gaming section, voice chat in groups, and advanced profile customization with layout previews. FriendRewind provides the most feature-complete MySpace experience available today.
Can I customize my profile on FriendRewind?
Absolutely. FriendRewind gives you full control over your profile with custom HTML and CSS — just like the original MySpace. You can choose from hundreds of free pre-made layouts, or code your own design from scratch. Your profile is truly your space on the web.
Does FriendRewind have a music player?
Yes. FriendRewind has a built-in music player that lets you add songs to your profile, create playlists, and share music with friends. You can upload your own music or link tracks from external sources. Music plays in a persistent player bar as you browse the site.
Does FriendRewind track my data?
No. FriendRewind has no algorithms, no tracking, and no personalized ads. Your feed is chronological, and your data stays yours. We believe social media should be fun, not manipulative.
What features does FriendRewind have?
FriendRewind includes: fully customizable profiles (HTML/CSS), a built-in music player with playlists, blogs with rich text editing, groups with real-time chat and voice channels, bulletins, forums, a video sharing platform, photo galleries, a Top 8 friends list, profile comments, a gaming section, custom layouts, and more.
Is FriendRewind a MySpace clone?
FriendRewind is inspired by the MySpace era (2005–2009) but is not a direct clone. It recreates the best features of classic MySpace — customizable profiles, music sharing, blogs, bulletins, and Top 8 friends — while adding modern features like groups with voice chat, video sharing, and a responsive mobile experience. It is not affiliated with MySpace in any way.
Does FriendRewind have a mobile app?
Yes. FriendRewind has a native Android app available for download, as well as a fully responsive mobile web experience that works on any smartphone browser.
How do I sign up for FriendRewind?
Signing up is free and takes less than a minute. Visit friendrewind.com and click "Sign Up", or use Google Sign-In for instant account creation. No phone number required.