# Inclusive Dating App Extensions Tinder is Seeking to Be Inclusive of Gender Diversity By Mishal Omar | Published 2016-11-17 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gender-diversity References: [highsnobiety](http://www.highsnobiety.com/2016/11/15/tinder-gender-options/) & [blog.gotinder](http://blog.gotinder.com/genders/) Unbeknownst to many, there are dozens of different genders and the popular dating app [Tinder](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tinder-explore) is hoping to accommodate gender diversity into its business model. There are many people who do not fall under the strict male and female gender binaries and many others who are not seeking to date or be intimate with people who identify with those strict binaries. Tinder is now acknowledging this fact with its inclusion of 37 gender identities rather than the two it previously had. This ensures that the dating app is inclusive of more people and is able to cater to the needs and desires of people that fall outside of heteronormative ideals. By incorporating gender diversity into its business model, Tinder is taking an important step towards social awareness and inclusion. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 16% | Activity: 19% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Gender-inclusive Dating:** There is a growing trend towards dating apps that cater to a wider range of gender identities, creating opportunities for inclusive and diverse matchmaking experiences. - **Expanded Gender Identification:** The inclusion of a larger number of gender identities in dating apps opens up new possibilities for personal expression and connection, leading to innovative experiences and features. - **Heteronormative-challenging Platforms:** The rise of dating apps that challenge traditional heteronormative ideals provides an opportunity for business innovations that prioritize inclusivity and understanding. ### Where This Applies - **Technology:** The evolving landscape of dating apps and platforms offers tech companies a chance to capitalize on the growing demand for inclusive and diverse experiences. - **Social Networking:** Social networking platforms can seize the opportunity to develop inclusive dating features and provide a safe space for individuals with diverse gender identities. - **LGBTQ+ Services:** The inclusion of a wide range of gender identities in dating apps creates possibilities for specialized LGBTQ+ services and platforms that prioritize inclusivity and understanding. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Intention-Declaring Dating Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/relationship-goals.md) - [Inclusive Undergarment Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taimi.md) - [Social Dating App Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tinder-3.md) - [Dating Safety Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tinder-1.md) - [Body-Inclusive Image Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/body-type-range.md) - [Gen Z Dating Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/it-starts-with-a-swipe.md) - [Inclusive Dating App Guides](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lgbtqia-dating.md) - [Detail-Providing Dating App Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tinder-share-my-date.md) - [Blind Date App Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blind-date1.md)