Gaydar
Gaydar: Gaydar combines identity-inclusive matching, translation and privacy controls across web and mobile. Ranked #15 of 36 in LGBTQ+ Dating Apps by our editors (7.5/10); pricing: Free plan · paid from $19.99/user/mo · 14-day trial; best for secure LGBTQ+ matching with translation.
At a glance
- Editor score7.5 / 10
- PricingFree plan · paid from $19.99/user/mo · 14-day trial
- Best forSecure LGBTQ+ matching with translation
- Free planYes
- Paid from$19.99/user/mo
- Gender identity optionsYes
- Facts checked29 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- 190-language in-thread translation for messages and voice notes
- Encrypted messaging, verified selfies and app-lock privacy controls
- Web, iOS and Android access with adjustable proximity matching
Where it doesn't
- Free accounts have 50 daily swipes and a fixed 50-mile radius
- Pro costs $19.99 per user per month and the free tier shows ads
- Customer support is provided through email
Our verdict on Gaydar
Gaydar is an LGBTQ+ dating and social networking app for people who want identity-aware discovery across men, women, trans men, trans women, non-binary and gender-fluid identities. Members create profiles, set preferences, browse a proximity-based Radar/grid, and use a swipeable match deck for mutual matches. The service runs on web, iOS and Android, making it suitable for solo daters seeking browser and mobile access in one account.
Pricing uses a freemium structure. The Free plan costs $0 forever and includes 50 daily match swipes, a fixed 50-mile radius, encrypted messaging and voice notes, a verified selfie, and core privacy and safety tools. The published pricing also lists a 14-day free trial. Pro costs $19.99 per user per month when billed monthly. It adds unlimited daily swipes, a radius adjustable from 10 miles to global, advanced Radar filters, an ad-free experience, Stealth mode, Always Online, and read receipts. The paid tier is most useful for members who need wider discovery or more filtering control.
Privacy and communication features are central to Gaydar’s feature set. Messages and voice notes are encrypted, in-thread translation supports 190 languages, and verified selfies provide face-validation checks. PIN or biometric app lock, Vault screenshot protection, distance controls, blocking and reporting add additional safeguards, with GDPR listed as the compliance posture. Support is offered through email. Choose Gaydar if multilingual communication, adjustable proximity matching and privacy controls matter; consider another app if you need a lower-cost paid plan or support beyond email.
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Gaydar fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | $19.99/user/mo |
| Gender identity options | Yes |
| Orientation options | Yes |
| Identity verification | Yes |
| Matching method | Mixed |
| In-app video calls | Not verified |
| Platforms | Multiple |
| Free trial | 14 days · no card needed |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android |
| Compliance & security | GDPR |
| Support | |
| Built for | Solo, Small business (editorial estimate) |
| Pricing | Free plan · paid from $19.99/user/mo · 14-day trial (source) |
| Website | gaydarapp.com |
| Facts checked | 29 Sep 2026 |
Alternatives to Gaydar
- GrindrA location-based LGBTQ+ dating app with free core features and paid discovery upgrades.9.3
- HornetA broad gay social-dating app combining discovery, messaging, video and community feeds.9.1
- ROMEOA profile-based LGBTQ+ dating and community app with free chat and paid search expansion.9.0
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