About
Grindr is a dating and social networking app for gay, bi, trans, queer, and curious people to meet nearby for friendships, dates, and connections. The app shows people nearby based on location, lets you chat and share private photos, add interest tags, create private photo albums, and filter searches by position, relationship status, and more. Free accounts include basic messaging and profile browsing; XTRA removes ads and lets you view up to 600 profiles at once and filter by online status; Unlimited adds incognito mode, unsend capabilities, and full access to your Viewed Me list. LGBTQ travelers use Grindr to meet locals and get recommendations for bars, restaurants, and events.
Highlights
- See people nearby based on location and filter by position, relationship status, and online status
- Chat and share private photos with the ability to create private albums and unsend messages on Unlimited
- Add and search interest tags to find others based on shared interests
- XTRA membership removes ads and shows up to 600 profiles at once
- Unlimited membership includes incognito mode to browse profiles without being seen
Best for
Gay, bi, trans, queer, and curious people looking to meet nearby for dating, friendships, or casual connections. Also useful for LGBTQ travelers seeking local recommendations and community.
At a glance
Grindr - Gay Dating & Chat is available on iOS and Android — all free to download.
It is developed by Grindr LLC.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Grindr - Gay Dating & Chat free?
- Yes — Grindr - Gay Dating & Chat is free to download on iOS and Android.
- What platforms is Grindr - Gay Dating & Chat available on?
- Grindr - Gay Dating & Chat is available on iOS and Android.
- What is Grindr?
- Grindr is a free dating and social networking app for the LGBTQ community. It shows people nearby based on your location and lets you chat, share photos, add interest tags, and connect with others for dating, friendships, or whatever you're looking for.
- Can I filter my search on Grindr?
- Yes. You can filter searches by position, relationship status, online status, and whether profiles have photos. XTRA members can view up to 600 profiles at once and filter by online status.
- What is Grindr Unlimited?
- Grindr Unlimited is the premium subscription tier offering unlimited profile views, full access to your Viewed Me list, incognito mode to browse without being seen, the ability to unsend messages and photos, and all XTRA features including ad removal.
- Can I share photos privately on Grindr?
- Yes. You can share private photos in chats and create private albums to share multiple photos at once. You can unshare albums anytime, and Unlimited members can unsend individual messages and photos.
- What are the alternatives to Grindr - Gay Dating & Chat?
- Grindr - Gay Dating & Chat is similar to Bucket List Friends－Fairytrail, OkCupid Dating: Date Singles, Plenty of Fish : Dating App, and Match Dating App : Chat & Meet. Browse related apps by tag: travel, dating, and social networking.
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