While some emerging social networks pick up where other apps left off, others serve as a curious combination of defining features from others.
Emerging social networks offer brands the unique opportunity to be there first. By getting online where the consumers are before anyone else figures out which app they are migrating from, brands can create meaningful impressions in a way that appears organic and intuitive.
An example of an emerging social app that centers on campus life is Speakiesy, which aims to bring back the exclusivity of the original Facebook offerings in a mobile platform that adds in the temporary media life of a Snapchat.
Additionally, the recently updated Snapcash app combines temporary photo sharing with the convenient digital payment technology quickly taking over the wearables realm.
45 Emerging Social Networks
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Group Video Apps
Rounds is a Group Video Chat App to Connect with 12 Buddies at Once
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Anonymous Messaging Apps
The Secret App Lets you Speak Freely with Friends
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Tattoo Dating Apps
Tatchat is a New Dating App That Helps Connect Fellow Tattoo Enthusiasts
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Scent-Sending Apps
The oSnap App Allows You to Tag Photographs with Aromas
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Female-Only Online Networks
Women.com is an Invite-Only Female Social Network for the Ladies
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Thought-Based Social Networks
Blopboard Illustrates the Thinking of People in Realtime
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Gamified Social Networks
The 'Let' Social Network Challenges Users to Post Their Best Content
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Green Thumb Networks
Greenius is a Virtual Garden Planner and Platform for Gardeners
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Online Educational Communities
OneClass is a Startup Focused on Getting Students Better Grades
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Music Bookmarking Apps
Whyd's New iOS App is Part of a Larger Music Streaming Social Network
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Video Confession Apps
The Awkward App Lets You Unearth Your Deepest Secrets in a 10 Second Video
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Girly Messaging Apps
Pink Nation by Victoria's Secret Now Also Serves as a Chat Messaging App
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Versatile Video Messaging Apps
Skype Qik Offers Distinct Advantages Over Snapchat
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Emoji-Only Social Networks
Emojli is a Social Network Where You Can Only Communicate in Emoticons
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Live Broadcasting Apps
Stre.am Combines Chat Messaging and Livestreaming Content
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Social Check-In Apps
The Foursquare Swarm App is Versatile
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Green Living Networks
The eEcosphere App Grows an Eco Community and Increases Accountability
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Proximity-Based Dating Apps
'Happn' is a Dating App That Aims to Make Missed Connections History
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Casual Friendship Apps
The Wiith App is a Tinder-Inspired platform for making new friends
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Residential Social Networks
This Social Network for Buildings Brings Local Communities Online
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Temporary Streaming Apps
The Meerkat App Brings Live-Streaming Video to Twitter
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Trip-Planning Social Networks
Yourope is a New Way to Plan Off-the-Beaten Path Travel Adventures
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Beacon-Based Photo Apps
The Droppie App Uses Beacon Technology to Share Images Based on Location
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Venue Discovery Apps
The Rekky Recommendations App Helps You Find the Hottest Places From Friends
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Public Secret-Sharing Apps
The Whisper App Lets You Share Your Deepest and Darkest Confessions
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Restaurant App Expansions
A Planned Zomato Expansion is Fueled by a Successful Round of Funding
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Cocktails-Only Dating Apps
The Rendeevoo App Wants to Be the Uber of Real Life Dates
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Revolutionary Live Streaming Apps
The Periscope App Lets You Stream Video To Your Followers
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Pinboard Messaging Services
Pinterest Introduces a Photo Messaging Feature for Social Pinning
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Free Telecommunication Apps
The Line App is a Great Platform for Brands Targeting Millennials
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Localized Social Media Marketplaces
The Uniiverse App Makes Finding Events Simple and Fun
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Privacy-Focused Social Networks
The Anomo App Encourages You to Reveal Only What You Want To
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Social Yogi Networks
NomadYOGI is a Place for the Yoga Community to Come Together Online
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Foodie-Centric Social Networks
The TableCrowd Platform Lets You Network While Dining
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Interactive Virtual Lineups
The Virgin Mega App is a Hype Machine for Limited Releases
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Professional Post Platforms
Spotslet Link Sharing Targets the Interests of Your Work Colleagues
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Cash-Sending Chat Apps
Snapchat's New Feature, Snapcash, Lets You Send Money to Friends
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Locals-Connecting Apps
The Inlope App Unites Like-Minded People in a Local Social Network
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Sobriety Dating Services
The Sober Dating App Helps Those Who Don't Imbibe Find Love
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Boutique Social Memberships
NYC's Parlor Social Club Celebrates Fashion, Tech and Gourmet Cuisine
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Hiker-Connecting Platforms
Coming Soon, This Hiking App Brings Like-Minded Strangers Together
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Professional Messaging Apps
Caliber is a Business App to Connect Colleagues and New Contacts
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Prayer Community Apps
Share a Prayer is an App for Christians to Share Inspirations and Greetings
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Social Broadcasting Apps
The Ephemeral Air App Enables You to Stream Live Video To Your Friends
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Exclusive Campus Networks
The College-Only Speakiesy App Can Be Used at SXSW 2015
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Social e-Commerce Platforms
Hoppn Creates "A New Type of Centralized Online Shopping Experience"
Telegram-Style Video Messages
WhatsApp is Launching Instant Video Messaging Features
Emerging Technology Publications
New Society Has Launched Its Inaugural Book About Technology
Unfiltered Dating Apps
The 'RAW' Dating App Shows a Person's Authentic Self
Algorithm-Free Social Media Apps
'RTRO' Connects Users in a More Positive Online Environment
Sticker-Creating Social Tools
Instagram Releases a New Sticker Creation Feature for Creators
Gen Z Dating Campaigns
Tinder's 'It Starts with a Swipe' Shows Celebrates How Gen Z Connects
AI Avatar Dating Apps
The Snack App Allow Users to Turn Themselves into an AI Version
Gamified Shopping Apps
Yaysay Combines AI-Powered Personalization & Gamification
Visualized Social Streaming Features
Spotify and Snapchat are Launching the Share Track Lens
Monetizable Mobile Gaming Apps
'Playbite' Enables Players to Win Gift Cards and Prizes
Decentralized Social Media Platforms
Meta Launched Threads, a Decentralized Alternative to Twitter
Gen Z-Centered Health Apps
RTRO Lauches with ChatGPT with a Focus on Mental Health
Hair Brand-Backed AR Lens
TRESemmé and Snapchat Collaborate to Create an AR Lens
AI-Aided Social Networks
Why Be Real Online when you can BeFake
Social Commerce Apps
GIST is an App-Based Social Platform for Sharing Purchases with Friends
Gen Alpha Social Media Apps
'SendIt' is Designed for Youth to Socialize through Games and Chatting
Community Commerce Pop-Ups
TikTok Shop UK Opened a Pop-Up on London's Oxford Street
Standalone Friend-Finding Apps
Bumble for Friends (BFF) is Being Tested in Select Markets
Travel-Focused Marketing Guides
TikTok Debuts a Playbook for Travel Marketers to Foster Engagement
Social Commerce Platforms
21 Buttons is a Social Fashion Shopping Network
Video-Style Chat App Features
WhatsApp Instant Video Messages Enables Quick Communication
Running Partner Messaging Apps
Find Your Next Running Partner Through Strava Messaging
Social Professional Productivity Apps
The 'LikeMind' App Connects Users to Other Hustlers
Shoppable Hybrid Apps
Lemon8 is a New Social Media App Combining Aspects of Instagram & Pinterest
One-Way Chat Feature Updates
WhatsApp Launches its New Channels Feature Social Update
Integrated Influencer Marketing Platforms
SocialTalk Helps Users Discover, Track, and Connect
Connection-Emphasizing Online Dating Coaches
The Rizz App Offers a Meaningful Approach to Dating
Experiential Shopping Platforms
sune Shares a Fun and Engaging Way for Gen Z to Shop
Revolutionary Video Creation Apps
Zoomerang Allows Creators to Monetize Their Creativity
Image-Based Alternative Social Medias
'Noteit' is a Snapchat-Inspired App for Gen Alpha Users
Early-Access Shopping Apps
The J.Crew App Provides Users Access to Sales 48 Hours in Advance
Simple B2B Payment Apps
Hopscotch Enables "Instant, Fee-free Payments for Small Businesses"
Raw Thought Organization Apps
The 'Memosa' App Turns Ideas and Rambling into Organized Text
In-App Recommendation Features
Bumble Boasts the 'Recommend to a Friend' Feature
Young Professional Community Apps
Yuppie Helps Gen Z and Millennials Connect with One Another
Social Marketplace Updates
Instagram Launches a Marketplace to Better Connect Brands and Creators
Aggregated On-Demand Service Apps
The 'finish'd' App Combines a Range of Services into One Spot
Interactive AR Experiences
The Sendit App Engaged Gen Alpha on Valentine's Day
Gen Z Sports Apps
Stadium Live is Aiming to Entice Gen Z Consumers with Immersive Experiences
Gen Z Video Apps
Zigazoo is an Invite-Only App with a Focus on Short-Form Videos & Video Replies
TikTok-Inspired Music Features
Spotify Showcased a Redesigned Homepage for its Mobile App
Web3 Social Gaming Apps
Super Snappy is Aiming to Integrate Web3 Gaming Into its Platform
Meme-Like Social Platforms
Social Platform Spill Launches its Beta with a ‘Meme-Forward’ Aesthetic
Hourly Job-Finding Apps
Gigs is a Job Platform for the Gig Economy
Professional Short-Form Video Feeds
LinkedIn is Testing a TikTok-Like System on its Platform
Thought-Provoking Social Apps
Quiver is a Social Media App for Thinkers Seeking Connection
Beauty-Focused Shopping Apps
The 'Trendio' Live Shopping App Offers Access to Beauty Content
Social Shopping Apps
Locker Helps Users Organize, Share, and Earn from Online Wishlists.
Teen Positivity Apps
'Gas' is a Positivity-Focused Social Media Platform for Teens
Audio People Discovery Apps
The 'November' App Offers Users Five Audio Interviews Each Day
Influencer Search Apps
Mavn Connects Influencers with Their Favorite Brands for Paid Opportunities
Communication App Shopping Experiences
WhatsApp Flows Allow for In-App Booking and Shopping
ChatGPT-Powered Social Services
Snapchat is Expanding its My AI Service to All of its Users
Social Dating App Features
Tinder Now Supports Collaborative Matchmaking with Friends and Family
Social Media-Like Study Apps
SHARPEN Aims to Be Just as Engaging and Convenient as Social Media
Social City Exploration Apps
The 'Geometrik' App Connects Citizens and Businesses Together
Loneliness-Combating Social Campaigns
Hinge Launches the New One More Hour Campaign and Fund
Child Creator Casting Calls
Kid-Focused Social Network Zigazoo Hosts Casting Call for New Creators
Bartender Collaboration Apps
Drinktank is Changing the Way Brands and Bartenders Collaborate
AI-Powered Socialization Apps
The 'BU' App Takes an AI-Driven Approach to Event Planning
Image-Sharing Social Applications
Lapse is a New Image-Sharing App Loved by Gen Z Consumers
Film Industry Networking Apps
The 'BeScene' App Takes a Swiping Approach to Networking
Short-Form Foodie Feeds
Uber Eats is Testing Out a New Vertical Feed Like TikTok and Instagram
Youth-Catered Transportation Apps
Uber Introduces Teen Accounts in the Latest Update
Social Media AI Chatbots
Instagram Plans to Incorporate its Own AI Chatbots in the App
Private Social Photo Apps
The 'Retro' App Focuses on Mindful Sharing with Select Others
Social Reading Apps
Fable is a Social App for Readers That Goes Beyond Book Clubs
Visual Payment Apps
Vizme Turns the Experience of Sending or Spending Money Into Stories
AI-Fuelled Mobile Design Apps
Adobe Launches its Express Mobile App for Design On-the-Go
Positivity-Focused Social Medias
SLAY is a Social Media App with Gamified Positive Experiences
Streaming Content-Tracking Apps
The 'CineHub' App Keeps an Eye on Content You've Watched and More
Gamified Feature Dating Apps
Plenty of Fish Adds a Cue'd Up Feature to its In-App Experience
Celebrity Social Feeds
BeReal Introduces the Celeb-Exclusive 'RealPeople' Feed on its App
Nostalgic Music Discovery Apps
The 'Rewind' App Helps Gen Z Delve Into the Music Of Past Decades
Hidden Social App Mini-Games
Instagram Entices Users with Hidden Games in Their DMs
Parental Social App Controls
Meta Debuts a Series of New Features Across its Social Media Apps
Meme-Based Dating Sites
Schmooze Helps Singles Find Love Through Memes and Jokes
Decentralized Social Apps
Meta is Developing a Decentralized Text-Based App Codenamed "P92"
Digital Social Sharing Spaces
The Shilo App Invites Users to Share and Curate What They Love
Interconnected Messaging Ecosystems
Whatsapp to Introduce Support for Messages Third-Party Apps
Multi-Service Streaming Apps
YouTube Adds New Streaming Services Onto the Platform’s Application
AR Voter Campaigns
Snapchat & the Dutch Ministry Engaged and Inspired Gen Z Voters
Parental Social Controls
Snapchat Debuts New Parental Controls for Parents Monitoring Their Kids
Community-Driven Collector Apps
Connectible is a First-of-Its-Kind Social Media App for Collectors
Mobile Streaming App Stories
Twitch is Rolling Out a Daily 'Story' Feature on its Mobile App
Crowdsourced Outfit-Picking Apps
Choiced Let's Users Crowdsource Their Outfit Options
Marketing Mentorship Platforms
Sprout Social Launches as a New Business Mentorship Network
Video-Enabled Dating Apps
The 'Candid' Dating App Lets Users Show Their Personality with Video
iOS-Influenced Travel Apps
Uber’s Redesigned App Uses the Latest iPhone Features on iOS 16
Pocket Concierge Apps
The Scene Matches Users to Restaurants, Bars, Clubs & Cafes
Social App Feature Updates
Instagram is Moving the Status Update Notes to Profiles
Animated-Photo AI-Fueled Chat Apps
EmbodyMe Unveils its New Xpression Chat Platform
Authenticated News Apps
Digital Trust Network 'Click' Challenges the Threat of Misinformation
Interest-Based Matchmaker Apps
Wana Matches People Based on Shared Interests
Location-Based QSR Technology
Chipotle is Integrating Location-Based Technology Into its App
Social Digital Nomad Apps
The 'Citizen Remote' App Supports Remote Workers and More
Social E-Commerce Platforms
TikTok is Launching a New E-Commerce Platform for Consumers
Photo-Based Messenger Services
Snapchat Users will Soon be able to Pay to Restore Lost Streaks
Esports Communication Apps
SONIX Announced its Expansion into the US Market with UNC
SaaS Influencer Marketing Tools
Beeing Social Launches 'Buzz Bee Buzz' for Influencer Marketing
User-Prompting Dating App Features
The Hinge Dating App is Rolling Out New Prompts for Daters
Foodie Networking Apps
'YourTable' Connects People Through their Love of Foods
Localized Networking Platforms
Presence Connects Users with Like-Minded Individuals Nearby
Secondary Social Media Features
Instagram is Rolling out the Flipside Feature On User Profiles
Dating App-Themed Store Experiences
Tinder Opens Up a SwipeMart Store Location in Tokyo
African Digital Wallet Platforms
Union54 Launches a New Social Commerce Platform Called ChitChat
Pro-Community Social Media Apps
Take Creates Real Life Interactions Through a Social Network
Versatile Workforce Platforms
Neat Unveils a Large-Scale Expansion with its New App Platform
Social Engagement Platforms
Perspik Provides an Online Space for Thoughtful Engagement
Short-Form Gaming Video Apps
'FreshCut' is TikTok for Video Games and Gaming News
Music-Focused Social Media
Musicboard is a Place for Music Lovers to Unite
Niche Interest Social Networks
Spiral Social Was Inspired by Wikipedia Topics
Social Sharing Upgrades
Snapchat Introduces an After Dark Feature for Dynamic Sharing
City Exploration Apps
Concrete is a Social Exploration App Inviting Users to Discover Their City
Open-Source Live-Stream Websites
Twitch Competitor Glimesh Launches its Official Mobile App
Interactive Social App Networks
Substack Adds a New Chat Feature to Encourage Socializing
Connection-Building Dating Platforms
Happie Aims to Build Meaningful Connections Between Users
Modern Business Card Scanners
Spreadly Scan Brings Networking to the Modern Age
Networking Platform In-App Games
LinkedIn is Working on Integrating Games to its Platform
Influencer-Focused Ad Platforms
Pearpop Helps Brands Find Creators to Sponsor in an Easier Way
Secondary Social Profile Features
Instagram Previews a New Flipside Feature for Private Posting
Social Sticker-Making Features
WhatsApp Launches a New In-App Custom Sticker Maker
Social Media-Connected Links
Instagram Expands its Amount of Links on User Profiles
Invitational Social App Expansions
The Bluesky App is Only Available by Invitation
Community-Building Social Features
OpenChat Debuts the 'Communities' Feature for Group Management
Community Borrowing Apps
Borrow Encourages Neighbours to Interact and Share
Remote Worker Networking Apps
Midstay is an App for Remote Workers to Connect
Connection-Building Prompt Apps
Quiver's Daily Questions Will Connect You to Friends and Strangers
Daily-Prompting Social Journals
Journal. Invites Users to Share Their Thoughts and Feelings
Notification-Silencing App Features
Instagram Debuts 'Quiet Mode' to Encourage Users to Disconnect
Online Poker Engagement Features
Stretch Network Confirms the Launch of Three New Features
Creative Collaboration Clubs
Dazed Has Launched a New Social Media App Called Dazed Club
Social-Platform Live Sport Features
Threads is Rolling Out Live Sports Scores with the NBA
Location-Based Photo Sharing
Harbor Creates Personalized Picture Albums Through location Sharing
Social Wishlist Networks
WishSpace Lets Users Store Their Wishlists for Easier Gifting
Community Social Apps
Beezle Social Keeps Users Informed Connected with Their Neighbors
Trailer-Making Life Apps
Moments Helps Users Live in the Moment and Relive the Event the Next Day
Broadcast-Like Social Channels
Meta is Launching New Broadcast Channels to Instagram and More
Digital Commercial Payment Apps
Mastercard Unveils the Mobile Virtual Card App for Businesses