Glossary

1-to-N group channel

A type of group channel where three or more members are allowed.

API Key

An API key is a unique string used to identify an application or project when it makes a request to an API, often for access control, monitoring, and usage management.

achievements

achievements

Active User Metrics (HAU, DAU, WAU, MAU)

Metrics represent the count of unique users who engage with a digital product or service within a specific timeframe. These metrics are the primary way to quantify the reach, engagement, and recurring usage of an application.7

Access token

An opaque string that identifies the user. It is recommended that every user has their own access token for security.

Background mode

Community Chat

Community chat is a real-time in-app conversation channel where many users discuss shared content or topics, distinct from private group chats and support chat1s.

Call events

A type of event that occurs in the Calls SDK when making a call, receiving a call, or ending a call.

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user retetion