Short answer: It boosts trust. We show how many friends confirm they know a member in real life (visible to Premium/VIP).
- ✅ Helps others gauge authenticity.
- 🛡️ Deters fakes and spam.
- 🎯 Be honest — choose “Yes” only if you truly know them.
- ⚙️ Set this when adding a friend or via Me → Friends.