Software:Taimi (app)

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Short description: Social network and dating platform for LGBTQI+ people
Taimi
Type of site
Dating
Available inDutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Romanian, Spanish
OwnerSocial Impact Inc.
Created byAlex Pasykov
Websitetaimi.com
CommercialFreemium
RegistrationRequired
Current statusActive

Taimi (/teɪmi/ TAY-mee) is a social networking and dating app that caters to LGBTQI+ people. The network matches internet users based on their selected preferences and location. Taimi runs on iOS[1] and Android.[2]

The mobile application has a free and subscription-based premium version. Taimi started out as an online dating application for gay men.[3] However, the company announced several times plans for LGBTQI+ inclusive version in the past.[4]

Taimi currently provides social networking and dating services to LGBTQ+ people, including livestreaming,[5] video calling and chatting.

Taimi is available in 45 countries[6] including the United States , Canada , Italy, Australia ,[7] Singapore,[8] and Brazil .[9]

History

Taimi was launched in 2017 by Social Impact Inc. in Las Vegas.[10] Taimi's founder Alex Pasykov came up with a name for the dating app “Tame Me” which gradually morphed into Taimi.[11]

The company has expanded to several countries in Europe. On October 31, 2018, Taimi announced the launch in the United Kingdom.[12] On July 20, 2019, Taimi launched in the Netherlands,[13] Spain [14] and countries in Central America followed.[15]

In 2020, after BlueCity went public with Blued, Pasykov hinted at the possibility of Taimi's future IPO.[16]

Pasykov describes himself as an ally and stated in an open letter that Taimi would partner with NGOs to fight state-sponsored homophobia around the world.[17]

The company has been a sponsor of several Pride marches and parades including Los Angeles Pride, New York City Pride, Las Vegas Pride. Taimi also partnered up with the Trevor Project to support LGBTQI+ rights.[18] During COVID-19 pandemic Taimi partnered with Attitude Magazine for virtual pride.[19]

Operation

Features

Taimi claims to be "the safest gay dating" app[20] with a focus on security features like two-factor authentication and automated account verification.[21] The founder has described the app's development as "user-driven".[22]

In 2018 the app was met with a negative response from LGBTQI+ activists when Taimi implemented a filter that allowed Taimi users to block each other based on HIV status.[23] Taimi removed the filter and that option is no longer available.

In 2020, Taimi launched new features including Rainbow Like and Live Streams. The latter were introduced during a livestreaming event, Taimi Talks.[24]

In November 2020 the app underwent a full redesign, incorporating a new logo, new branding, and an upgraded app interface.[25]

References

  1. ↑ "Taimi: LGBTIQ+ Dating, Chat". 22 May 2023. https://apps.apple.com/us/app/taimi-lgbtiq-dating-chat/id1282966364. 
  2. ↑ "Taimi — Gay Dating, Chat, Video and Social Network - Apps on Google Play". https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.takimi.android&hl=en_US. 
  3. ↑ "New dating app Taimi aims to build 'biggest and safest gay dating community'" (in en-GB). 4 May 2018. https://www.pinknews.co.uk/2018/05/04/new-dating-app-taimi-aims-to-build-biggest-and-safest-gay-dating-community/,%20https://www.pinknews.co.uk/2018/05/04/new-dating-app-taimi-aims-to-build-biggest-and-safest-gay-dating-community/,%20https://www.pinknews.co.uk/2018/05/04/new-dating-app-taimi-aims-to-build-biggest-and-safest-gay-dating-community/. 
  4. ↑ "TAIMI becomes UKs first LGBT+ inclusive dating and social network app". August 9, 2019. https://www.gscene.com/news/taimi-becomes-uks-first-lgbt-inclusive-dating-and-social-network-app/. 
  5. ↑ "Can we be friends? Dating apps say sex isn't everything in a post-pandemic world". 2021-06-22. https://www.reuters.com/technology/can-we-be-friends-dating-apps-say-sex-isnt-everything-post-pandemic-world-2021-06-22/. 
  6. ↑ "Taimi marks a major milestone 5 million users worldwide: MarketWatch". https://www.marketwatch.com/press-release/taimi-marks-a-major-milestone-5-million-users-worldwide-2020-04-01. 
  7. ↑ "Taimi: The gay dating app that will alter the world of gay dating in Australia : THE F". http://the-f.com.au/lifestyle/taimi-gay-dating-app-will-alter-world-gay-dating-australia/. 
  8. ↑ "Gay dating app Taimi launches in Singapore". May 25, 2019. https://www.gaystarnews.com/article/taimi-launches-in-singapore/. 
  9. ↑ "Taimi, app de namoro para gays, é lançado no Brasil na véspera da Parada LGBT - Apps". June 22, 2019. https://canaltech.com.br/apps/taimi-app-de-namoro-para-gays-e-lancado-no-brasil-na-vespera-da-parada-lgbt-142365/. 
  10. ↑ "Why you may never leave the house for a first date again". July 2, 2020. https://www.reviewjournal.com/life/why-you-may-never-leave-the-house-for-a-first-date-again-2049157/. 
  11. ↑ "Taimi: Changing the rules in the online gay dating world #ad". April 5, 2019. https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/taimi-free-gay-dating-app-social-network-a8842731.html. 
  12. ↑ "Taimi: Changing the rules in the online gay dating world #ad" (in en). 2019-04-05. https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/taimi-free-gay-dating-app-social-network-a8842731.html. 
  13. ↑ "Taimi komt naar Nederland". https://www.marketingtribune.nl/online/nieuws/2019/07/taimi-komt-naar-nederland/index.xml. 
  14. ↑ "TAIMI – Gay Dating and Social Network launches in Spain!". July 30, 2019. https://www.theleader.info/2019/07/30/taimi-gay-dating-and-social-network-launches-in-spain/. 
  15. ↑ "La red social gay que protege tu privacidad aterriza en España". July 30, 2019. https://www.elespanol.com/omicrono/20190730/red-social-gay-protege-privacidad-aterriza-espana/417708987_0.html. 
  16. ↑ "TAIMI Founder Hints at Future IPO After BlueCity's Listing". July 17, 2020. https://www.globaldatinginsights.com/news/taimi-founder-hints-at-future-ipo-after-bluecitys-listing/. 
  17. ↑ "Taimi App Founder Alex Pasykov on the Strength of Allyship". September 29, 2020. https://www.advocate.com/business/2020/9/28/taimi-app-founder-alex-pasykov-strength-allyship. 
  18. ↑ "Taimi". https://lapride.org/sponsor/taimi/. 
  19. ↑ "LGBTQ stars and allies share pride stories in 'Pride Heroes'". June 22, 2020. https://www.attitude.co.uk/article/lgbtq-stars-and-allies-share-pride-stories-in-pride-heroes-in-association-with-taimi/23423/. 
  20. ↑ "Gay Dating App Taimi For People Afraid To Be Outed". May 4, 2018. https://gcn.ie/gay-dating-app-taimi-people-afraid-outed/. 
  21. ↑ "New dating app Taimi aims to build 'safest gay dating community'" (in en-GB). 2018-05-04. https://www.pinknews.co.uk/2018/05/04/new-dating-app-taimi-aims-to-build-biggest-and-safest-gay-dating-community/. 
  22. ↑ "Five Things To Know About Building A User-Driven App". April 15, 2020. https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2020/04/15/five-things-to-know-about-building-a-user-driven-app/?sh=4b1edf2d6779. 
  23. ↑ Gremore, Graham (May 4, 2018). "New dating app hopes to "strengthen the LGBT+ community" by letting you block HIV-positive guys". https://www.queerty.com/new-dating-app-hopes-strengthen-lgbt-community-letting-block-hiv-positive-guys-20180504. 
  24. ↑ "Taimi: Drag Race legend Alyssa Edwards, Blair Imani and Ts Madison lead star-studded TAIMI Talks line-up". September 7, 2020. https://www.pinknews.co.uk/2020/09/07/taimi-talks-line-up-alyssa-edwards-ts-madison-blair-imani/. 
  25. ↑ "Global Dating Insights: Taimi Undergoes First Major Rebranding". November 19, 2020. https://www.globaldatinginsights.com/news/taimi-undergoes-rebranding/. 

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