IMVU Information

Frequently Asked Questions

What is IMVU?
IMVU is an avatar-based social network and 3D virtual world where people meet and interact in 3D.
Who is IMVU for?
The core of IMVU users are young adults age 18 to 24. However, many users are older. In fact, 7% are over 35. You must be at least 13 years old to use IMVU.
How many registered users does IMVU have?
More than 40 million registered users.
Can you use IMVU internationally?
Yes. Approximately 40% of IMVU's users come from outside the United States. That means you can meet and interact with people from all over the world.
What are the computer system requirements to use IMVU?
You need a personal computer (PC) and broadband access to use IMVU.
How do you get IMVU?
You can access IMVU by going to IMVU.com, registering and selecting your personal avatar. You can easily customize your avatar later by purchasing items from IMVU's virtual goods catalog.
What are the costs to use IMVU?
IMVU is free to use, and we provide 1,000 promotional credits to get you started. If you want to purchase additional digital products to make your experience more personal and unique, you can do so by purchasing virtual credits and buying digital goods from our digital goods catalog.
Do I get any free products to start?
IMVU gives new members 1,000 promotional credits to begin. You can earn more promotional credits by participating in other experiences.
Who creates the items for sale in IMVU?
Almost everything in IMVU is created by IMVU users. Over 100,000 people have registered as creators at IMVU. At IMVU anyone can create content, from simple 2D stickers to complex 3D products.
How many products are in the IMVU catalog of virtual goods?
There are more than 3 million products in IMVU's virtual goods catalog, making it the largest virtual goods catalog in the world.
What can you do on IMVU?
You can use IMVU to:
  • Meet new people from around the world and chat with them.
  • Express yourself with your 3D avatar, homepages and private rooms.
  • Buy virtual items for your avatar and rooms from the world's largest catalog of virtual goods.
  • Join groups and share interests.
  • Participate in forums to discuss a wide-range of issues.
  • Create your own items for sale, ranging from simple 2D stickers to complex 3D items.
  • Have fun.
    • Is the experience for teens the same as that for adults on IMVU?
    No. Teens are only exposed to age-appropriate IMVU content.
    How does IMVU make money?
    IMVU generates most of its revenue from the direct sale of virtual credits, used to purchase virtual goods such as clothing, room decorations, hairstyles and music.
    How many employees does IMVU currently employ?
    60 full-time employees.
    Where is IMVU based?
    IMVU is based in Palo Alto, California. Our address is:
    IMVU, Inc.
    411 High Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301
    USA
    Who are the primary investors in IMVU?
    IMVU is backed by top-tier venture investors Best Buy Capital, Menlo Ventures, Allegis Capital and Bridgescale Partners.