# Topic Discussion Social Platforms The 'Swolk' App Lets Users Talk About Locations and More By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-05-17 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/social-platforms References: [betalist](https://betalist.com/startups/swolk) & [swolk](https://swolk.com/) Most [social platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lastweekend) are oriented towards getting users to post and share information, but the 'Swolk' app takes things in a slightly different direction by helming to increase conversation. Allowing users to share photos, video, statuses, links and more, the 'Swolk' app enables anyone to [explore your posts and topics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phnk) in order to help contribute to the social aspect of online interaction. The majority of social networks work by having users share information or posts with their followers in order to keep them updated on what they're doing in their life. The 'Swolk' app works to help extend this to help users get in touch with those they might not otherwise interact with and help incite discussion on a wide variety of topics. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 31% | Activity: 22% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Increasing Conversation:** The 'Swolk' app aims to increase conversation by allowing users to explore posts and topics and contribute to online interaction. - **Exploring Posts and Topics:** The 'Swolk' app enables users to explore posts and topics, facilitating engagement and interaction. - **Extending Social Interactions:** The 'Swolk' app extends social interactions by connecting users with others and encouraging discussion on various topics. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Social Networking:** The 'Swolk' app disrupts the social networking industry by emphasizing conversation and topic exploration. - **Online Communication:** The 'Swolk' app disrupts online communication by enabling users to connect, discuss, and explore topics beyond their immediate circle. - **Tech Startups:** The 'Swolk' app presents disruptive innovation opportunities in the tech startup industry, focusing on enhancing social interaction and engagement. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Introvert-Friendly Social Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/introvrs-social-app.md) - [Social Podcast Discovery Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/podopolo-app.md) - [Customizable Profile Social Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/noplace-app.md) - [Accessible Audio Sharing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audio-sharing1.md) - [Community-Oriented Audio Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audio-platform.md) - [Digital Social Sharing Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-shilo-app.md) - [Data-Comparing Social Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mutually-app.md) - [Thought-Provoking Social Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thoughtprovoking-social-app.md) - [Interactive Social App Networks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/substack-2.md)