WyldFire is a Dating App Made For Women
Vasiliki Marapas — November 7, 2014 — Tech
References: wyldfireapp & refinery29
Move over, Tinder! There's a new dating app in town, and it's vying for the throne. Wyldfire is geared towards making the online dating experience more female-friendly.
If you're a woman who is tired of unsolicited dick pics and the creepy comments that accompany them, you can rest easy knowing that every man on Wyldfire has been personally invited to join by another woman. Having this female approval will hopefully reduce the number of creeps on the network, and the shirtless mirror selfies that come with them.
The app operates much like Tinder in that two people can only message each other once they're matched. However, there are a limited amount of messages the users can exchange, and only the woman can unlock more. Other Wyldfire features include Hints, which, much like a Facebook poke, allow users to show an interest. Like the messages, the Hints are also limited to three per day. The limit encourages users to use their Hints wisely and intentionally, rather than arbitrarily distributing them.
If you're a woman who is tired of unsolicited dick pics and the creepy comments that accompany them, you can rest easy knowing that every man on Wyldfire has been personally invited to join by another woman. Having this female approval will hopefully reduce the number of creeps on the network, and the shirtless mirror selfies that come with them.
The app operates much like Tinder in that two people can only message each other once they're matched. However, there are a limited amount of messages the users can exchange, and only the woman can unlock more. Other Wyldfire features include Hints, which, much like a Facebook poke, allow users to show an interest. Like the messages, the Hints are also limited to three per day. The limit encourages users to use their Hints wisely and intentionally, rather than arbitrarily distributing them.
Trend Themes
1. Female-focused Dating Apps - The success of WyldFire indicates a growing demand for dating apps created specifically with women's needs in mind.
2. Anti-harassment Features in Dating Apps - Incorporating features like women-only approval and limited messaging can help dating apps differentiate themselves and attract users seeking a safer online dating experience.
3. Limited Features in Dating Apps - Limiting messaging and other features can create scarcity and encourage users to be more intentional with their interactions, leading to a potentially more positive experience.
Industry Implications
1. Online Dating Industry - WyldFire and other female-friendly dating apps have the potential to disrupt the traditional online dating industry by appealing to a niche audience seeking a safer and more intentional dating experience.
2. Mobile App Development Industry - As dating apps continue to evolve, app developers have the opportunity to create new features that cater to the needs of women and other marginalized groups, potentially leading to increased user engagement and revenue.
3. Social Media Industry - Dating apps with features like Hints may start to overlap with social media platforms, blurring the lines between online dating and social networking and creating new opportunities for innovation and revenue generation.
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