Hornet - Gay Dating & Chat

Contains adsIn-app purchases
251K reviews
Content rating
PEGI 18
10M+
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Content rating
PEGI 18
Users Interact, In-App Purchases
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About this app

Hornet is a free gay dating app trusted by over 100 million gay, bi, trans, and queer men worldwide.
Built for real connections, Hornet lets you chat, meet, and express yourself with guys who share your interests - whether you’re looking for dating, new friends, meaningful conversations, or a casual hookup.

Designed with authenticity, safety, and self-expression at its core, Hornet gives you a welcoming space to connect with your local gay community anytime, anywhere.

🌍 FIND GUYS NEARBY OR EXPLORE THE WORLD
✓ See who’s online nearby with Hornet’s guys grid
✓ Explore and connect with gay, bi, trans, and queer men from around the world
✓ Use hashtags to discover like-minded people
✓ Apply filters to find exactly who you’re looking for

💬 CONVERSATIONS THAT FEEL REAL
✓ Chat through text and audio messages with hot gay, bi, trans, and queer men near you
✓ Express yourself with emojis, stickers, and reactions inspired by LGBTQ+ culture
✓ Enjoy fast, real-time conversations that feel natural and alive

🔐 YOUR PRIVACY, YOUR SAFETY
✓ Verify your identity so everyone can know that you are for real
✓ Chat with real, profile-verified gay, bi, trans, and queer men
✓ Upload private photos with added screenshot protection
✓ Block and unblock users as you like

🤝 AUTHENTIC CONNECTIONS
✓ Connect face-to-face with video chat
✓ Explore complete profiles and show your true self
✓ Build deeper connections through genuine, real-time interactions

⭐ UPGRADE YOUR EXPERIENCE ON HORNET
Hornet offers three flexible plans, so you can choose the level that fits you best. With a paid Hornet experience, you unlock powerful features designed to give you more visibility, privacy, and control:
✓ Browse the app without ads
✓ Enjoy unlimited guys in your grid
✓ See who viewed your profile and know when your messages are read
✓ Use advanced filters, such as position, photos only, online now and more, to find the right match
✓ Protect your photos with screenshot prevention
✓ Build trust with face verification or stay discreet with invisible mode
✓ Delete messages without limits
✓ Explore freely with Travel Modes
Get noticed faster and stand out with:
✓ Profile Boost: Put your profile at the top of the grid and get more views and messages
✓ Moment Boost: Promote your posts to reach more guys and spark new conversations instantly

If you need help, write to feedback@hornet.com. Support is free and available 24/7, with record response times.

Privacy Policy: https://hornet.com/about/privacy-policy/
Terms of Service: https://hornet.com/about/terms-of-service/

Join us on social media:
Facebook: @HornetApp
Instagram: @Hornet
X: @Hornet
Meet nearby gay, bi & queer guys for dating, chat and friendship
Updated on
Oct 13, 2026

Data safety

Safety starts with understanding how developers collect and share your data. Data privacy and security practices may vary based on your use, region, and age. The developer provided this information and may update it over time.
  • No data shared with third parties
    Learn more about how developers declare sharing
  • This app may collect these data types
    Location, Personal info and 8 others
  • Data is encrypted in transit
  • You can request that data be deleted

Ratings and reviews

242K reviews
Aidan Carroll
January 21, 2025
Horrible layout. I thought I was back on Facebook. Most of the people live too far away, and a lot of the features are hidden behind a subscription. You have to pay to become verified. Plus you've got all these adds that start playing as you scroll down on the home page. I deleted it within 20 minutes. Just another dating app there to make money from people that are trying to find someone. Too many of them are like this.
45 people found this review helpful
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A Google user
May 8, 2021
Was great with Easy navigation and stable! Now lots of add. Update - had some time not using the app because of travel restrictions and Covid, and now reinstalled the app. Seems I can't even get onto the app. without creating an account. Are you kidding? Ever heard of the word privacy? I have no intention of providing you with my personal details. I Will be uninstalling this now for the last time.
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spoon235
May 1, 2025
Probably worse than Grindr and I never thought I'd say that! You can only view 3 profiles a day; after that you have to pay for the upgrade. Adverts are more intrusive than on Grindr - you click on the X to close an advert and a further 3 or 4 pop up in its place. After a 3 year break from this I reinstalled and then uninstalled after a few hours. Dreadful app now. Shame 😒
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What’s new

Hornet V9 makes your experience more personal, secure, and fun! New features include:

- Video Chat & Messages: Bring conversations to life with faces and voices.
- Video Boost: Promote your videos for more visibility.
- Private Photo Access: Manage access in one place.
- Screenshot Prevention: Protects your private chats and profile.
- Chat Stickers: New LGBTQ-inspired graphics for chat.

Update now to explore these features and more!