I was having my weekly brunch with my girlies and telling them how I've been really enjoying the LGBTQ+ dating apps over the hetero ones since diving into a few the past few weeks. We looked at some of my matches (and matches gone wrong) while discussing whether or not I would be alone for the holidays – a running joke (but also, FACTS) about my dating life. I’ve been having some great convos in different dating apps though so I’m still hopeful… plus, it’s fun!
A few mimosas in, they asked me, "So then you've def heard of Taimi, right?!!". WRONG!
I dunno where I've been all my life, but I’m glad they mentioned it. Sooo come with me to explore the app in my Taimi review!
Taimi is a mashup between a dating app, community safe haven, and social media platform that provides a warm and welcoming environment. The Taimi dating app is extremely inclusive and is used widely by the LGBTQ+ community. It's great for singles who are looking for something serious, something casual, or even a friendship.
Let's just say that Taimi didn't get popular by being fake! It's safe to say this site is as legit as it gets. It launched in 2017, so Taimi has a good few years worth of experience and has acquired a ton of members during that time frame. On its site, they mention 18 million + users and being available in 138 countries!
The Taimi app reviews are also pretty awesome with a 4.4 rating on the Apple App Store, and a 4.3 rating on Google Play.
Taimi is an interactive app that can be used for so much more than just dating. There is a lot to explore with this app, but my Taimi review helps break it down for you so you have an idea of what to expect. Let's dive right in!
How to delete Taimi account: There are a few steps to this, so I'll make it quick and easy:
How to cancel Taimi subscription: Spoiler alert: uninstalling the app does not cancel your subscription! If you really wanna take the lazy route, you could contact Taimi through the Live Support Chat on the app or send an email to support@taimi.com. Orrrr, you could be a grown-up and do it yourself! Here's how:
Can I temporarily hide my Taimi app profile? Yep, there’s something called “Stealth Mode” where you can temporarily deactivate your account so you’re hidden from Discovery mode. To do this,
And voila!
How do I know if my message has been read on Taimi? Taimi uses ticks to show you if your message has been read or delivered:
Is Taimi free to use? Yep, there’s a freebie version!
Is there an app for Taimi? Yes – and only an app. No desktop version available here, sorry bbs.
What's a Taimi card? This is a term the app uses to refer to the swiping feature when looking at people's pics.
Yep! Just like most dating apps nowadays, there's a Taimi app to take your dating on the go.
The app is really pleasing to use, as it's sleek, easy to use, and colorful. A few of my favorite things! There are also a lot of Taimi dating app reviews on Trust Pilot that testify just how good the app is (and the customer service!).
Plus, it's the #9 top grossing social app on Google Play - color me impressed!
The sign up process for Taimi was quick and easy - just how I like ‘em! Believe it or not, my glass of wine was still (pretty much) full by the time I was a registered user!
First things first, I choose how I want to sign into Taim. I have the usual suspects here: Apple, Facebook, or phone #.
I chose to sign up with my phone # and entered in my digits.
After I submit my #, I verify to make sure it's me by entering a code sent to my phone.
Then I enter my name… the world's about to know who I am! (or at least the Taimi app users… SORRY NOT SORRY.)
I scroll through the dates so my profile can show my age, and this is the only thing others will see - not my birthday.
Next up, choosing gender identity. There are a few diff options to choose from!
AND I can add more about my gender, which I love!!
When it comes to saying what my sexuality is, there were a ton of different ways to say it. Or, I could choose to not say anything at all. I can also change this at any time.
There are a lot of options when it comes to dating prefs, including an option to be open to everyone!
I love picking out my interests, and the Taimi dating app gives plenty to choose from! I'm digging the fact that I can choose 3 or more. Most apps usually max out after 3-6.
Now I get to do one of my fave things: brag about ME! Love how there's tips in case I get writer's block - hey, it happens to the best of us.
Time to pick out my glam shots! They require a minimum of two. Unless the app differs depending on whether you're using a tablet or phone, I wasn't given the option to choose pics from my gallery and instead had to use the camera (not a huge fan of that).
Next, I can choose my age range preferences as well as distance. There's a note that says I can't date anyone less than 7 years younger than me, which may or may not be illegal btw, so yay for safety! This is the final step. After this, you get a brief tutorial but I got yelled at for taking a screenshot by the app so I can’t share it.
The main feed happens to be people's pics, so naturally I couldn't take any pics here either (Taimi's rules, not mine) due to safety reasons. I’ve noticed this on other LGBTQ+ apps like HER, and I appreciate the discretion on their parts. It does make it hard for me to share things with my girlies though…
It's important to note that members don't search for matches on the Taimi app, they're just shown to you by the algorithm gods, similar to Tinder. What you can do though, is tweak your preferences to show you more compatible options if you're not happy with the choices you've been seeing.
If you prefer to narrow down your search results to make your online dating experience easier (like me!), then you'll be doing your happy dance when you see the options:
If you're a basic (free) member, you can filter by:
If you're a premium member, you get the filters mentioned above as well as:
If you want to change your search preferences that you picked when you were first signing up, you can do that by:
I'm sure it wouldn't be as popular if it wasn't! The Taimi app is completely free to join, but you may want to purchase a subscription or in-app items to get the most out of your dating situation. I’ll share the deets for the free features of the Taimi dating app in the next section.
Everyone loves a good freebie, but what if that freebie is really, really good? Well then, you can upgrade your account to be a paying member so you can enjoy all the goodies you've liked and more! Not sure if it's worth it? Check out the differences before you judge too quickly.
The free tier is perfect for giving Taimi a test run. Here's what's included for no cost at all:
The paid tier sets you up like the VIP that you are! Upgrade your membership to get everything in the free tier andddd:
If you've exhausted your free membership and are ready to spice things up, try one of the three premium packages that Taimi offers - Bronze, Silver, or Gold. I was given some fancy new-member prices so if I was gonna indulge on a yearly subscription, now would be the time at 31% off.
The pricing is pretty confusing though with this app, and this is a good example. Which tier am I paying for with these great prices?
The cheapest option is the Taimi Bronze, which starts at $1.99/week. With this tier, I get more activity on my profile, and 1 Rainbow like a week. A “Rainbow Like” is a super special one that gets you enhanced visibility. It’s similar to a “Boost” on other dating platforms.
Starting at $6.99/week I could get:
Taimi Gold starts at $14.99 a week! You get everything that you get with the other two tiers, plus:
Taimi creates a safe space for the LGBTQ+ community to be themselves without being harassed, bullied, or judged. It's a great alternative to CIS-HET dating apps and provides a platform centered around dating fluidity. Besides doing a great job of implementing that concept, here's what else sets Taimi apart from other apps:
There's a lot to like about Taimi, but there are a few minor setbacks. Just like any dating app, there's good and not-so-great qualities that Taimi has to offer. Let's find out what they are!
Besides being an inclusive app for the LGBTQ+ community, other pros of Taimi include:
There were a few minor downfalls to the Taimi app. Some of them were:
I really enjoyed the inclusivity of this app and that I could use Taimi for more than just scoring a date. They really focus on privacy, safety and community building. The Taimi app reviews I was reading about customer service was kind of a bummer, but they were pretty quick when I asked a general account question.
I didn’t want to share any personal info so I didn’t reach out about anything else, though.
As far as glitches or app issues,I didn't experience any, but not being able to add pics from my phone gallery was a bummer! Somewhat impressive from a safety standpoint though because it encourages fresh ones. All in all, a great app - well done Taimi!
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