# Locals-Connecting Apps The Inlope App Unites Like-Minded People in a Local Social Network By Alyson Wyers | Published 2014-12-19 | World Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/local-social-network References: [springwise](http://www.springwise.com/interest-based-social-networks-connect-likeminded-locals/) & [getinlope](https://getinlope.com/) If you are struggling to find like-minded friends in your area, this local social network-enabling app could help you out. Inlope allows people in the [same area to connect](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neigbordrop) based on [common interests](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phnk). Even though the Internet is great at building community for people who live in entirely different parts of the world, this German app is using the power of digital to unite people locally. Inlope (the name is a combination of interest, location and people) acts as a "local pinboard" where you can communicate with similar individuals nearby. You can search by interest (everything from technology to Japanese punk music), which are chosen by Inlope. If your particular hobby isn't listed, you can request the developers add a new one. The local social network app is compatible with iOS devices. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 12% | Activity: 16% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [World](https://www.trendhunter.com/world) > [Regional](https://www.trendhunter.com/regional) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Local-connecting Apps:** Apps that connect people in the same area based on common interests are becoming increasingly popular. - **Interest-based Networking:** Networking platforms that bring together individuals with common interests are on the rise. - **Hyperlocal Social Networks:** Apps that facilitate connections between individuals in close proximity and enable local communication are gaining traction. ### Who This Affects Most - **Social Networking:** Social networking platforms that cater to specific interests have the opportunity to capture a niche market and foster local communities. - **Location-based Services:** Companies that offer location-based services can integrate interest-based connections to improve user engagement and retention. - **Mobile App Development:** Developers can create apps that incorporate the hyperlocal and interest-based features of Inlope to generate innovative social networking platforms. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hyperlocal Social Networks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyperlocal-social-networks.md) - [Introvert-Friendly Social Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/introvrs-social-app.md) - [Localized Networking Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/presence.md) - [Local Social Chats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/local-social-chats.md) - [Local Business Finders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buylokals.md) - [Activity Focused Socialization Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sosocial-app.md) - [Community-Oriented Meetup Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flying-pig-app.md) - [Simplified Connection Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/connection-apps.md) - [Community Social Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beezle-social.md)