# Time-Restricting Dating Apps The 'Flirty' App Encourages Users to Meet as Soon as Possible By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2018-05-15 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flirty-app References: [betalist](https://betalist.com/startups/flirty) & [flirtyapp](http://www.flirtyapp.com) A common complaint with [online dating apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grindr-right-now) is having conversations with others that never develop into an in-person meeting, so the 'Flirty' app has been created as a way to correct this problem. The app works by having users give potential matches a thumbs up and connecting them for 24 hours to encourage quick communication in the form of pictures and/or videos. After the 24 hours are up, users can choose to 'Match' with their new connection, 'Extend' their chat time or 'Block' them altogether. The 'Flirty' app offers a new approach to online dating that acknowledges common consumer complaints by encouraging users to participate in a [more authentic manner](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vibing). As more consumers grow comfortable with online dating, we could continue to see more apps and solutions that focus on creating genuine connections. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 18% | Activity: 36% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Time-restricting Apps:** Apps with time restrictions for communication are becoming increasingly popular as they solve the issue of conversations never leading to in-person meetings. - **Quick Connections:** There is a trend towards apps that prioritize quick connections between potential matches, as seen with Flirty. This encourages authentic communication and helps users find genuine connections. - **Authenticity-focused Apps:** As consumers grow more comfortable with online dating, there is a trend towards apps that prioritize authenticity in communication, which can lead to more meaningful connections. ### Where This Applies - **Online Dating:** The online dating industry can benefit from time-restricting apps such as Flirty, as they can increase the chances of in-person meetings and help solve common consumer complaints. - **Mobile App Development:** The development of time-restricting dating apps such as Flirty provides a disruptive innovation opportunity in the mobile app development industry to create new and innovative approaches to online dating. - **Social Media:** Social media platforms may find opportunities to offer time-restriction features, specifically for dating purposes, to cater to the growing demand for authentic communication between potential matches. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Real-World Connection Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dayone-irl-dating-app.md) - [Real-Time Video Matching](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/call-me-maybe.md) - [Connection-Building Dating Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meaningful-connections.md) - [Authentic Connection Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spark-dating.md) - [VR Dating Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flirtual.md) - [Hybrid Dating Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/when-we-first.md) - [Video-Enabled Dating Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/candid-dating-app.md) - [Gamified Video Dating Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/irly.md) - [Restaurant-Collaborating Dating Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frome-dating-app.md)