Taimi Explained
Taimi |
Logocaption: | --> |
Commercial: | Freemium |
Type: | Dating |
Registration: | Required |
Language: | Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Romanian, Spanish |
Owner: | Social Impact Inc. |
Current Status: | Active |
Creator: | Alex Pasykov |
Taimi is a dating app that caters to LGBTQI+ people. The network matches internet users based on their selected preferences and location. Taimi runs on iOS[1] and Android.[2]
The mobile application has a free and subscription-based premium version. Taimi started out as an online dating application for gay men.[3] However, the company announced several times plans for LGBTQI+ inclusive version in the past.[4]
Taimi currently provides dating services to LGBTQ+ people, including video calling and chatting.
Taimi is available in 45 countries[5] including the United States, Canada, Italy, Australia,[6] Singapore,[7] and Brazil.[8]
History
Taimi was launched in 2017 by Social Impact Inc. in Las Vegas.[9]
The company has expanded to several countries in Europe. On October 31, 2018, Taimi announced the launch in the United Kingdom.[10] On July 20, 2019, Taimi launched in the Netherlands,[11] Spain[12] and countries in Central America followed.[13]
In 2020, after BlueCity went public with Blued, Pasykov hinted at the possibility of Taimi's future IPO.[14]
Pasykov describes himself as an ally and stated in an open letter that Taimi would partner with NGOs to fight state-sponsored homophobia around the world.[15]
The company has been a sponsor of several Pride marches and parades including Los Angeles Pride, New York City Pride, Las Vegas Pride. Taimi also partnered up with the Trevor Project to support LGBTQI+ rights.[16] During COVID-19 pandemic Taimi partnered with Attitude Magazine for virtual pride.[17]
Operation
Features
Taimi claims to be "the safest gay dating" app[18] with a focus on security features like two-factor authentication and automated account verification.[19] The founder has described the app's development as "user-driven".[20]
In 2018 the app was met with a negative response from LGBTQI+ activists when Taimi implemented a filter that allowed Taimi users to block each other based on HIV status.[21] Taimi removed the filter and that option is no longer available.
In 2020, Taimi launched new features including Rainbow Like and Live Streams. The latter were introduced during a livestreaming event, Taimi Talks.[22]
In November 2020 the app underwent a full redesign, incorporating a new logo, new branding, and an upgraded app interface.[23]
Further reading
Notes and References
- Web site: Taimi: LGBTIQ+ Dating, Chat. App Store. 22 May 2023. 19 September 2019. 15 November 2019. https://web.archive.org/web/20191115161933/https://apps.apple.com/us/app/taimi-lgbtiq-dating-chat/id1282966364. live.
- Web site: Taimi — Gay Dating, Chat, Video and Social Network - Apps on Google Play. play.google.com. 2019-08-12. 2020-04-24. https://web.archive.org/web/20200424153039/https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.takimi.android&hl=en_US. live.
- Web site: New dating app Taimi aims to build 'biggest and safest gay dating community'. 4 May 2018. 2021-07-17. en-GB. 2023-08-29. https://web.archive.org/web/20230829224041/https://www.thepinknews.com/2018/05/04/new-dating-app-taimi-aims-to-build-biggest-and-safest-gay-dating-community/. live.
- Web site: TAIMI becomes UKs first LGBT+ inclusive dating and social network app. August 9, 2019. August 12, 2019. August 12, 2019. https://web.archive.org/web/20190812031303/https://www.gscene.com/news/taimi-becomes-uks-first-lgbt-inclusive-dating-and-social-network-app/. live.
- Web site: Taimi marks a major milestone 5 million users worldwide: MarketWatch.
- Web site: Taimi: The gay dating app that will alter the world of gay dating in Australia : THE F. 25 April 2019 . 2019-08-12. 2019-11-05. https://web.archive.org/web/20191105063939/http://the-f.com.au/lifestyle/taimi-gay-dating-app-will-alter-world-gay-dating-australia/. live.
- Web site: Gay dating app Taimi launches in Singapore. May 25, 2019. Gay Star News. August 12, 2019. May 25, 2019. https://web.archive.org/web/20190525204320/https://www.gaystarnews.com/article/taimi-launches-in-singapore/. dead.
- Web site: Taimi, app de namoro para gays, é lançado no Brasil na véspera da Parada LGBT - Apps. June 22, 2019. Canaltech. August 12, 2019. June 23, 2019. https://web.archive.org/web/20190623134659/https://canaltech.com.br/apps/taimi-app-de-namoro-para-gays-e-lancado-no-brasil-na-vespera-da-parada-lgbt-142365/. live.
- Web site: Why you may never leave the house for a first date again. July 2, 2020. The Independent. November 21, 2020. November 28, 2020. https://web.archive.org/web/20201128222755/https://www.reviewjournal.com/life/why-you-may-never-leave-the-house-for-a-first-date-again-2049157/. live.
- Web site: Taimi: Changing the rules in the online gay dating world #ad. April 5, 2019. The Independent. August 12, 2019. April 6, 2019. https://web.archive.org/web/20190406173713/https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/taimi-free-gay-dating-app-social-network-a8842731.html. live.
- Web site: Taimi komt naar Nederland. MarketingTribune. 2019-08-12. 2019-08-12. https://web.archive.org/web/20190812152517/https://www.marketingtribune.nl/online/nieuws/2019/07/taimi-komt-naar-nederland/index.xml. live.
- Web site: TAIMI – Gay Dating and Social Network launches in Spain!. July 30, 2019. August 12, 2019. July 30, 2019. https://web.archive.org/web/20190730215147/https://www.theleader.info/2019/07/30/taimi-gay-dating-and-social-network-launches-in-spain/. live.
- Web site: July 30, 2019. La red social gay que protege tu privacidad aterriza en España. El Español. August 12, 2019. August 12, 2019. https://web.archive.org/web/20190812152508/https://www.elespanol.com/omicrono/20190730/red-social-gay-protege-privacidad-aterriza-espana/417708987_0.html. live.
- Web site: TAIMI Founder Hints at Future IPO After BlueCity's Listing. July 17, 2020. Global Dating Insights. November 22, 2020. December 5, 2020. https://web.archive.org/web/20201205160037/https://www.globaldatinginsights.com/news/taimi-founder-hints-at-future-ipo-after-bluecitys-listing/. live.
- Web site: Taimi App Founder Alex Pasykov on the Strength of Allyship. September 29, 2020. November 21, 2020. November 29, 2020. https://web.archive.org/web/20201129083741/https://www.advocate.com/business/2020/9/28/taimi-app-founder-alex-pasykov-strength-allyship. live.
- Web site: Taimi. LA Pride Parade & Festival in West Hollywood, CA. 2019-08-12. 2019-08-12. https://web.archive.org/web/20190812152509/https://lapride.org/sponsor/taimi/. live.
- Web site: LGBTQ stars and allies share pride stories in 'Pride Heroes'. June 22, 2020. Attitude. November 22, 2020. October 30, 2020. https://web.archive.org/web/20201030065929/https://www.attitude.co.uk/article/lgbtq-stars-and-allies-share-pride-stories-in-pride-heroes-in-association-with-taimi/23423/. live.
- Web site: Gay Dating App Taimi For People Afraid To Be Outed. May 4, 2018. GCN. August 12, 2019. April 24, 2020. https://web.archive.org/web/20200424153101/https://gcn.ie/gay-dating-app-taimi-people-afraid-outed/. live.
- Web site: 2018-05-04. New dating app Taimi aims to build 'safest gay dating community'. 2021-10-14. PinkNews. en-GB. 2020-02-13. https://web.archive.org/web/20200213085904/https://www.pinknews.co.uk/2018/05/04/new-dating-app-taimi-aims-to-build-biggest-and-safest-gay-dating-community/. live.
- Web site: Five Things To Know About Building A User-Driven App. Forbes. April 15, 2020. November 24, 2020. May 31, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230531020218/https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2020/04/15/five-things-to-know-about-building-a-user-driven-app/?sh=4b1edf2d6779. live.
- Web site: Gremore. Graham. May 4, 2018. New dating app hopes to "strengthen the LGBT+ community" by letting you block HIV-positive guys. www.queerty.com. August 12, 2019. May 22, 2018. https://web.archive.org/web/20180522051932/https://www.queerty.com/new-dating-app-hopes-strengthen-lgbt-community-letting-block-hiv-positive-guys-20180504. live.
- Web site: Taimi: Drag Race legend Alyssa Edwards, Blair Imani and Ts Madison lead star-studded TAIMI Talks line-up. September 7, 2020. November 24, 2020. December 17, 2020. https://web.archive.org/web/20201217005757/https://www.pinknews.co.uk/2020/09/07/taimi-talks-line-up-alyssa-edwards-ts-madison-blair-imani/. live.
- Web site: Global Dating Insights: Taimi Undergoes First Major Rebranding. November 19, 2020. December 21, 2020. December 2, 2020. https://web.archive.org/web/20201202162157/https://www.globaldatinginsights.com/news/taimi-undergoes-rebranding/. live.