When somebody creates a group, there's an option to limit members to a particular level or higher - for example, there are a couple of speciaslised groups which can only be joined by people at Level 7 or 8, whereas others (such as the photography group) are open to Level 2 and up. Levels 3 and 4 are very easily attainable just by posting, commenting and liking other people's posts and comments; you should find you can join more groups very soon.

Don't worry about joining groups. You don't need to, you just go on as you do. If you read something that you want to comment on then do it.

Old is good. It comes with years of experience which is a very valuable commodity. Enjoy posting your opinions & knowledge. As your level rises you will be able to do more things like joining groups. Have a good time & learn a lot as well as teaching us what you bring to the forums.

It will make sense eventually. It took me ages.

I’m also new here .

I noticed tonight I couldn't join a new group so if you were trying in the last day of could be the site is having a balky moment. Try again tomorrow.

Welcome to our humble home, Read, post, comment and just enjoy yourself. You seem to be doing OK ?

As you interact with people, your level will rise and you will have access to more. You will also find your way around better and make new friends.

Welcome to the den of heathens.

Welcome Hipchick ..I wouldn't worry too much about groups..if you are new..you can allow that to evolve over time as you settle in..take your time and have fun.

Welcome, this site keeps growing pretty fast. Start talking and posting, you will see one thing leads to another. Have fun !!

Welcome! I'm unsure about whether there's a limit to how many groups you can join, but perhaps @Admin will chime in with some details on how that works.

I'm new aswell trying to figure things out too. Lots of interesting things being talked about on here. It's also nice to have a community of like minded people. I'm glad I joined. Hope you get it figured out.

Joining groups I think wasn't working yesterday. It seems to be working now.

Hi there and welcome. I just generally look around.

Hi, Hipchick,

Levels identify and reward those who contribute to the website. The website also gives more access and benefits depending on level. [agnostic.com]

Perks for each level: [agnostic.com]

To find members near you, click on the "Meet" button at the top of the page, then on "Members," and enter your preferred search parameters.
Or click on the "About" button at the top of the page to find links to FAQ or the website tutorial.
Click on the 'Meet" button to find member matches

Links to FAQ: [agnostic.com],
and a website tutorial: [agnostic.com]

Welcome! If you click on your profile you can see what perks you have depending on your level. I hope you like it here! Have fun!

Think I saw another hipchick on here .

Keep logging in and participating . You get more , as you gain levels , and the lower end levels are easy to climb . You'll be in groups soon enough .

Welcome. I am new here today too and found you have to build your level through comments, profiles and posts to do certain things. You can check your level under your profile.

Welcome to our fun community here. Hope to hear more from you.