“Social cohesion sounds great… but what does it actually bring in concrete terms?”That’s a fair question that local governments are asking more and more often. Budgets are limited, and impact shouldn’t only be felt — it also needs to be explained, justified, and accounted for. That’s why we’re adding a new section to our Impact […]
Neighbourhood Communication
Simple and safe communication with residents
Effective government communication goes beyond just sharing information at the right time; it’s about making real connections and creating engagement. With Hoplr, you reach residents directly, without being dependent on algorithms or advertisements. This way, everyone knows what’s going on and the neighbourhood stays connected.
Customized functionalities for communication services
📢 Post messages
Share official updates that truly reach your residents
📍 Neighbourhood selection & segmentation
Reach only those who are relevant — by neighbourhood, interest, or profile
📊 Quick polls
Gauge the opinions of residents quickly, real-time insight
💼 Job vacancies & volunteer work
Promote local functions and engagement directly in the neighbourhood
💬 Thematic groups
Stimulate targeted dialogue around policy, projects, and initiatives
📅 Publish activities
Increase the turnout and visibility of local initiatives
Targeted neighbourhood communication
Share official updates that truly reach your residents without distractions or algorithms like on traditional social media
- Schedule messages
Plan neighbourhood messages in advance and choose the ideal moment for publication. - ⚡ AI assistant
Let AI refine texts or automatically optimize the title and tone. - Attachments & rich formatting
Easily add PDFs, images, and videos with clear formatting options. - Official signature
Recognizable communication in the name of the administration, with logo and house style.
👉 Neighbourhood residents receive notifications via email or smartphone.
Neighbourhood Selection & Segmentation
Reach only those who are relevant — with maximum impact and minimal noise
- Neighbourhood and district selection
Target communication to one or multiple neighbourhoods at the same time. - Street-level segmentation
Reach residents in a specific street or zone. - Increase your relevance and engagement with citizens
Announcing Activities and Events
Increase visibility and attendance for local initiatives
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Add activities to the neighbourhood calendar
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Target one neighbourhood or a broader audience
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Supports recurring events and bulk uploads
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Everything clearly trackable in a central overview
Quick polls & surveys
Quick feedback with no barriers
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Gauge the opinion of neighbourhood residents with one click
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Perfect for quick polls or initial signals
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Results available in real-time
👉 Want to dig deeper? Use our participation tools for extensive surveys
Local job vacancies and volunteer work in the spotlight
Post open positions directly in your community
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Publish job vacancies or volunteer assignments in relevant neighbourhoods
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Reach residents who are locally engaged
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Ideal for social engagement and inclusive recruitment
Interactive Theme Groups
Encourage targeted dialogue around policy areas
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Start conversations on themes such as mobility, climate, or neighbourhood budgets
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Collect ideas, feedback, and engagement in one place
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Ideal for following up on participation processes or citizen initiatives
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Also useful as closed groups for specific projects
10x more reach and engagement than traditional channels
In a familiar, closed environment, citizens are actively involved in their living environment, where spontaneous conversations arise around themes such as mobility, climate, care, safety, and neighbourhood operations.
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~32% of households sign up
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+70% of members are active weekly
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More than 2,500 neighbourhoods launched in Belgium and the Netherlands
👉 With Hoplr, you get much more out of your communication efforts — locally, engaged, and measurable.
Certificates and Security
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Security system certified according to ISO 27001:2022 after audit by Brand Compliance

Meets the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) v2.1 level AA.
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GDPR-compliant: we respect the privacy of users and do not process personal data without consent.

"Seal of Excellence" from the European Commission for innovation, implementation and impact.
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Hoplr complies with European privacy legislation. 'Privacy Verified' certificate from ICTRecht.
Hoplr is a local, ad-free, and private neighbourhood network. Unlike American social media, Hoplr does not collect personal data for commercial purposes. This ensures more privacy, trust, and a secure framework for official communication.
Yes. You can schedule messages in advance and send them specifically to certain neighbourhoods or target groups (such as active volunteers, young people, etc.). This makes your communication much more relevant and efficient.
Absolutely. Hoplr is 100% GDPR-proof. Residents remain owners of their data and communication from the administration is clearly recognisable and traceable.
Looking for a safe alternative to Facebook? Read how the Austrian city of Tulln chose Hoplr to strengthen neighbourhood cohesion and citizen participation.
We are incredibly proud to announce that Hoplr has won the CommuniCare Impact Award at the Global ESG Awards 2025 in Cannes. 🌍✨This prestigious award, hosted by EUBIN – the European Building Innovation Network, in collaboration with MIPIM, GRESB, RICS, and Deepki, recognizes companies making outstanding contributions acrossthe Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) spectrum. While […]
Meet one of our experts
During a 45-minute conversation:
- we discuss the challenges in your city or municipality
- we provide a brief introduction to our organization
- we demonstrate our platform using case studies