# Community Information **URL:** https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/c/community-information/6.md [Latest](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/tags.md) --- ## [Community Guidelines](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/community-guidelines/5)
**Author:** [@USCCA](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/u/USCCA)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2018, 6:37pm UTC](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/community-guidelines/5 "2018-12-06T18:37:17Z")
A Great Place to Learn and Share The Concealed Carry Community is a great place to learn and share about all things self-defense related in a responsible and respectful manner. We are all very passionate about defendi… --- ## [New User Guide](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/new-user-guide/25)
**Author:** [@USCCA](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/u/USCCA)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 9, 2019, 3:50pm UTC](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/new-user-guide/25 "2019-01-09T15:50:50Z")
Welcome to the USCCA Community! You’ll see that this section of the Community has the ability for a variety of different topics regarding carrying, training, equipment, and anything else self-defense related. Your fellow… --- ## [About the Community Information category](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/about-the-community-information-category/24)
**Author:** [@Dawn](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/u/Dawn)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 9, 2019, 3:25pm UTC](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/about-the-community-information-category/24 "2019-01-09T15:25:08Z")
New to the Community? Have suggestions? This is the area for you! Welcome to the Community Please Introduce Yourself Here! Please review the Community Guidelines and New User Guide. --- ## [Welcome to the Community! Please Introduce Yourself](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/welcome-to-the-community-please-introduce-yourself/26)
**Author:** [@USCCA](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/u/USCCA)\ **Replies:** 7428\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2026, 4:40am UTC](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/welcome-to-the-community-please-introduce-yourself/26 "2026-10-20T04:40:21Z")
Welcome to all of you responsibly armed Americans who are looking to learn and share with like-minded individuals! You’ve all got something special to bring to this group that will help others no matter what spot you’re … --- ## [Community Suggestions - From YOU!](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/community-suggestions-from-you/118)
**Author:** [@Dawn](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/u/Dawn)\ **Replies:** 467\ **Last updated:** [August 31, 2026, 9:26am UTC](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/community-suggestions-from-you/118 "2026-08-31T09:26:27Z")
The amount of conversation here in the last week has been amazing! I’m so thrilled to be working with people who are as committed to their self-defense and helping others as you all are!! We want to make this space the … --- ## [The new USCCA® App is officially live!](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/the-new-uscca-app-is-officially-live/129948)
**Author:** [@Ashton\_USCCA](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/u/Ashton_USCCA)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [August 4, 2026, 11:45pm UTC](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/the-new-uscca-app-is-officially-live/129948 "2026-08-04T23:45:29Z")
The new USCCA® App is officially live! With the app, you can: • Access your digital membership card • Continue training in Protector Academy® • Use the Reciprocity Map • Find classes and ranges near you • Manage CC… --- ## [Mobile App Any Time Soon?](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/mobile-app-any-time-soon/18875)
**Author:** [@pcloth2](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/u/pcloth2)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [May 26, 2026, 2:01am UTC](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/mobile-app-any-time-soon/18875 "2026-05-26T02:01:38Z")
Will USCCA Community be developed into an app anytime soon? Seems like there would be much more interaction and use if that were an option as well. I know I would certainly be a lot more involved if I could interact via … --- ## [USCCA Member Badge Updates](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/uscca-member-badge-updates/29085)
**Author:** [@Dawn](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/u/Dawn)\ **Replies:** 93\ **Last updated:** [May 26, 2026, 2:00am UTC](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/uscca-member-badge-updates/29085 "2026-05-26T02:00:12Z")
There is a new way for us to award USCCA Member badges in a group action. Please do not be alarmed if you get a message saying you’ve just received your USCCA Member badge and have been a member the entire time you’ve be… --- ## [Introducing the new EDC Category](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/introducing-the-new-edc-category/77645)
**Author:** [@Kevin\_USCCA](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/u/Kevin_USCCA)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [April 20, 2026, 11:00pm UTC](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/introducing-the-new-edc-category/77645 "2026-04-20T23:00:48Z")
Gear is cool, and we could talk all day about the importance and application of things from go-bags to trunk guns. BUT the most critical tools we utilize for personal safety are the ones on us at all times: our Every Da… --- ## [Big thanks to the first 50 commenters on the USCCA Community](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/big-thanks-to-the-first-50-commenters-on-the-uscca-community/559)
**Author:** [@Dawn](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/u/Dawn)\ **Replies:** 47\ **Last updated:** [March 25, 2026, 2:44pm UTC](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/big-thanks-to-the-first-50-commenters-on-the-uscca-community/559 "2026-03-25T14:44:23Z")
We’re only a couple of months into our building phase for the USCCA Online Community, but we’ve got an excellent start!! I am grateful for each and every one of you who have taken time to log into the Community and help… --- ## [Instructor Group Issue](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/instructor-group-issue/65030)
**Author:** [@USCCA](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/u/USCCA)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2025, 1:38am UTC](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/instructor-group-issue/65030 "2025-02-16T01:38:03Z")
HI All! I was updating the Instructor Group this afternoon and was using the wrong list. I’ve renamed the Instructor Group so I can remove the wrong one and am creating a new Instructor Group with the right list of just … --- ## [NOTICE: Facebook And Google Indexing Your Firearm Serial Numbers](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/notice-facebook-and-google-indexing-your-firearm-serial-numbers/15404)
**Author:** [@OldDude49](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/u/OldDude49)\ **Replies:** 97\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2024, 5:16am UTC](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/notice-facebook-and-google-indexing-your-firearm-serial-numbers/15404 "2024-06-04T05:16:25Z")
​ Google and Facebook have now made it possible to find photos of firearms by simply typing a serial number into the search box. Earlier today, the automotive website Jalopnik published a story showing how license plat… --- ## [Introduction](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/introduction/5018)
**Author:** [@John64](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/u/John64)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [November 24, 2022, 12:34pm UTC](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/introduction/5018 "2022-11-24T12:34:45Z")
I’m not sure if this is the appropriate place to introduce myself-but here I am! First of all, let me say I am happy to have become a member of the USCCA. It is something I’ve considered for quite a while. It’s time. I… --- ## [Two general suggestions](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/two-general-suggestions/2909)
**Author:** [@BJP](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/u/BJP)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2022, 1:29am UTC](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/two-general-suggestions/2909 "2022-08-27T01:29:20Z")
@Dawn I have two general suggestions for USCCA. An easy way to opt out of the physical copy of the magazine. I prefer the digital version on my iPad :slight\_smile: Right now I bring the print copy to the monthly meeti… --- ## [USCCA 2A Industry AMA - Join Us](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/uscca-2a-industry-ama-join-us/81962)
**Author:** [@USCCA](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/u/USCCA)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2022, 2:04am UTC](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/uscca-2a-industry-ama-join-us/81962 "2022-05-14T02:04:07Z")
Who: Guns & Gadgets What: Live Ask Me Anything Q&A Where: AMA Category — USCCA Community When: Monday 5/16 — 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. (CST) Why: Give our community members a chance to connect with the faces in the 2A space --- ## [USCCA Bail/Bond Limit of 50k](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/uscca-bail-bond-limit-of-50k/16777)
**Author:** [@CriticalThinky](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/u/CriticalThinky)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2021, 5:30pm UTC](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/uscca-bail-bond-limit-of-50k/16777 "2021-08-15T17:30:04Z")
Hi there, I’ve read most of the contracts for legal protection out there and obviously USCCA is by far the best. But one downside I noticed is that the Elite members only seem to have 50k of bail/bond (which does come ou… --- ## [Create a Community "App" on Your Mobile Device](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/create-a-community-app-on-your-mobile-device/63214)
**Author:** [@USCCA](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/u/USCCA)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2021, 1:34am UTC](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/create-a-community-app-on-your-mobile-device/63214 "2021-06-21T01:34:06Z")
While there is not an official USCCA Community App, there is a way to create a shortcut on the home screen of your mobile device so you can quickly and easily access the Community. iPhone Users In Safari use the box wit… --- ## [Sending a Private Message](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/sending-a-private-message/69147)
**Author:** [@USCCA](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/u/USCCA)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 11, 2021, 1:58pm UTC](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/sending-a-private-message/69147 "2021-05-11T13:58:13Z")
To send a private message to another user in the USCCA Community from any place in the Community: Click on your profile picture or initial circle in the upper right hand corner of the screen. Then click on the envelope: … --- ## [USCCA Community Participant of the Month Contest Rules](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/uscca-community-participant-of-the-month-contest-rules/65649)
**Author:** [@USCCA](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/u/USCCA)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2021, 8:19pm UTC](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/uscca-community-participant-of-the-month-contest-rules/65649 "2021-04-19T20:19:14Z")
2021 USCCA COMMUNITY PARTICIPANT OF THE MONTH OFFICIAL RULES This contest is governed by these Official Rules. By participating in this contest you agree to abide by and be bound by these Official Rules, including eli… --- ## [Flagging a Comment](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/flagging-a-comment/57892)
**Author:** [@USCCA](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/u/USCCA)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 24, 2021, 3:57pm UTC](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/flagging-a-comment/57892 "2021-03-24T15:57:23Z")
When there’s a comment that needs attention from the USCCA Moderation team, please use the flagging function or tag the Moderators (@moderators) to make sure we see it. Reasons to use the flag: Comment outside of the C… --- ## [Search the Community](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/search-the-community/57874)
**Author:** [@USCCA](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/u/USCCA)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 24, 2021, 1:10pm UTC](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/search-the-community/57874 "2021-03-24T13:10:05Z")
Searching the Community for the topics you’re interested in is easy and helpful! Not only will it help you find the information you’re looking for, but it will also help everyone keep conversations on the same topic toge… --- ## [Exclusive Giveaway Invitation from Tim](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/exclusive-giveaway-invitation-from-tim/14138)
**Author:** [@Gary\_H](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/u/Gary_H)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2021, 2:27am UTC](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/exclusive-giveaway-invitation-from-tim/14138 "2021-02-08T02:27:31Z")
I clicked on “Enter to Win Now” and it lead me down this path “Congrats you’re entered to win AND qualify for a FREE USCCA Account!” What the heck does that mean? --- ## [USCCA Advertiser](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/uscca-advertiser/6020)
**Author:** [@ES16](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/u/ES16)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [January 13, 2021, 2:47pm UTC](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/uscca-advertiser/6020 "2021-01-13T14:47:54Z")
I’m going to receive a lot of flak from this but my wife and I are new to USCCA and we were both reading our present and back issues (3 total) and came upon and advertiser for a carry-belt. Won’t mention the name unless… --- ## [Welcome to 2021! Please take a moment](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/welcome-to-2021-please-take-a-moment/46016)
**Author:** [@USCCA](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/u/USCCA)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 12, 2021, 8:53pm UTC](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/welcome-to-2021-please-take-a-moment/46016 "2021-01-12T20:53:37Z")
Welcome to 2021! We’ve got the first dozen days of the new year under our belt - and they’ve definitely been eventful! The beginning of a year is always a great time to review the past and plan for the future, this year… --- ## [New member](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/new-member/2196)
**Author:** [@Patrick3](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/u/Patrick3)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 29, 2019, 12:56am UTC](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/new-member/2196 "2019-05-29T00:56:45Z")
I am new to this community. Being 66 years old, a veteran and have concealed carry now for three years. I am a member of USCCA. I have not participated in any self defense training (I know, my bad) and just learned t… --- ## [Illinois FOID and Illinois CCW Price Increase](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/illinois-foid-and-illinois-ccw-price-increase/17140)
**Author:** [@Robert8](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/u/Robert8)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2020, 12:57am UTC](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/illinois-foid-and-illinois-ccw-price-increase/17140 "2020-10-17T00:57:09Z")
I just received a notice from the ISRA, Illinois State Rifle Association regarding our Democrat Controlled State Legislature. The Firearms Fund and State Police Operations Fund has been raided by Democrats of approximate… --- ## [New USCCA Elite Member checking in](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/new-uscca-elite-member-checking-in/8650)
**Author:** [@TheronDuncan](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/u/TheronDuncan)\ **Replies:** 50\ **Last updated:** [September 14, 2020, 2:35pm UTC](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/new-uscca-elite-member-checking-in/8650 "2020-09-14T14:35:57Z")
Hello everyone I decided to make the move and enroll in USCCA. I currently don’t physically have a firearm but I have reserved a M&P Shield 9mm that is on layaway and is almost payed off. I believed in and was so optimis… --- ## [Add a Bio and Hometown to Your Profile](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/add-a-bio-and-hometown-to-your-profile/25727)
**Author:** [@USCCA](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/u/USCCA)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 24, 2020, 3:39pm UTC](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/add-a-bio-and-hometown-to-your-profile/25727 "2020-04-24T15:39:01Z")
To add a bio to your profile, please click your profile picture (or initial if you haven’t added a profile picture) in the upper right-hand corner of the screen. Then click on your Name and Preferences. It will automati… --- ## [Formating Type in a Post](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/formating-type-in-a-post/25725)
**Author:** [@USCCA](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/u/USCCA)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 24, 2020, 2:49pm UTC](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/formating-type-in-a-post/25725 "2020-04-24T14:49:40Z")
To format the text of a response or post, please use the toolbar above. Quote Bold Italics Link a website Create a block post Create a bulleted list Create a numbered list Insert an emoji Insert a date … --- ## [Tags to help you find what you're looking for](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/tags-to-help-you-find-what-youre-looking-for/1475)
**Author:** [@USCCA](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/u/USCCA)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 16, 2020, 6:13pm UTC](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/t/tags-to-help-you-find-what-youre-looking-for/1475 "2020-04-16T18:13:50Z")
Hey Everyone - I just put in a new way to help you find what you’re looking for - “Tags” You’ll see the new dropdown on the home page: And you’ll see the on the topic themselves: and There are only a few rig… [Next page](https://community.usconcealedcarry.com/c/community-information/6.md?page=1)