LGBTQ+ Singles Deserve Consent-Based Discovery Too

Grindr revolutionized queer dating but has documented privacy and safety issues. Love On Deck's visibility filters protect users who aren't fully out.

What Grindr Does

Grindr launched in 2009 and became the dominant dating app for gay and bisexual men. Its location-based, grid-style interface prioritizes proximity and immediacy. But Grindr has faced repeated privacy scandals, including sharing user HIV status with third-party analytics companies, and its moderation has struggled with harassment and discrimination on the platform.

What We Do Differently

Love On Deck gives LGBTQ+ users the same consent-based architecture everyone deserves. Visibility filters protect users who aren't fully out. You control exactly who knows you're on the platform. No algorithm decides who sees you. Both sides must pass each other's filters before discovery happens.

Feature Comparison

Feature
Love On Deck
Grindr
You control who sees you
Algorithm-free discovery
Pitch deck profiles
Consent-based discovery
Location-based grid
Gay/bi men focused

The Verdict

Grindr serves a specific community well for casual connection. Love On Deck serves anyone who wants consent-based discovery with full control over their visibility, regardless of orientation.