Taimi: Changing the rules in the online gay dating world
Prioritising safety and creating a sense of community, this new platform is great for those looking for meaningful connections
When it comes to online dating and meeting people on apps, there are plenty of things you need to consider. There’s how you want to present yourself, of course: will your profile picture be serious and posed or candid and casual? Will you pack your profile full of jokes or keep it simple?
But there’s also safety: knowing who you’re talking to and that your data is secure is an important thing to bear in mind. That’s why Taimi, a free gay dating app which also doubles as a social network, makes sure only verified and moderated users can interact. Combined with two-factor authentication, AI-powered account verification and anti-fraud technology, Taimi users can navigate the app without worrying.
More than a dating app
Taimi was launched in 2017 in Las Vegas by a group of enthusiasts who identified a gap in the dating app market: plenty of places facilitated casual encounters rather than long-term relationships and community building. Now Taimi is growing quickly and transforming, creating serious competition for gay apps on the market.
One of the greatest changes was its transformation from a mainstream dating app into a social network. Taimi users can not only look for dates and video-chat, but also create posts, stories, groups and customise their feed based on their preferences. The main aim of such a change, according to the founders of the app, was creating a safe space where guys can be open about themselves and share their thoughts without any fear of being judged.
An app that cares
Taimi's values are diversity, inclusion and non-discrimination. Creating meaningful connections – whether romantic or platonic – is at the heart of Taimi, which aims to establish a positive space where its users can find love, friendship and networking opportunities. Though currently designed for gay men, the platform plans to broaden its offering to the wider LGBT+ community. A far cry from the fast-paced hook-up culture fostered by much of the digital dating landscape, it’s a breath of fresh air for those wanting to feel part of something more substantial.
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