# Invite-Only Chatroom Platforms The Clubhouse App Functions like a Large Conference Call By Amy Duong | Published 2020-12-17 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clubhouse References: [wmagazine](https://www.wmagazine.com/story/clubhouse-app-interview/) The Clubhouse app is a audio-based digital platform that is exclusive, as it functions on an invite-only basis. Users are invited to enter themed chatrooms that range from a wide plethora of topics. Some recognizable names that use the app include Tiffany Haddish and Oprah. How the platform works starts with choosing a room to enter then they are brought to a conversation that is happening "on stage" as members are able to listen as the "audience." It performs similarly to a large conference call, where users can take turns speaking about the topic going on. Founders Paul Davison and Rohan Seth started the app recognized [Twitter's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amp) text-based conversation and [TikTok](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reading-rhythms) and [Instagram's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunroom) visual space. Spoken content only came in the form of podcasts, which can be overwhelming for a casual user, so they launched a more nimble version of audio formats. Image Credit: Clubhouse ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 40% | Activity: 80% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Invite-only Chatroom Platforms:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in creating exclusive and themed chatroom platforms that require invitations for access. - **Audio-based Digital Platforms:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in developing audio-focused social media platforms that provide a more interactive and engaging experience. - **Conference Call-like Experiences:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in redesigning traditional conference call formats to make them more dynamic and collaborative. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Social Media:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in the social media industry by introducing exclusive audio-based platforms. - **Podcasting:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in the podcasting industry by creating more interactive and engaging audio formats. - **Telecommunications:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in the telecommunications industry by reimagining conference call experiences for enhanced collaboration and engagement. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Radio-Style Chat Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amp.md) - [Audio Conversation Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roads-audio.md) - [Invitational Social App Expansions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bluesky-app.md) - [Community Audio Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/farcaster.md) - [Virtual Hangout Spots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/virtual-clubhouse.md) - [Group-Centric Social Media Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chatter-social.md) - [Discussion-Oriented Social Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/substack-chat.md) - [Interactive Social App Networks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/substack-2.md) - [Introvert-Friendly Social Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/introvrs-social-app.md)