# BEARWWW: Gay Chat, Meet & Date

> Match Gay men near you. Connect, Dating, make Friends in safety with our app.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.bearwww2.android](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.bearwww2.android)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.bearwww2.android`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** CoReXCo Bearwww SAS
- **Category:** DATING
- **Downloads:** 913,324
- **Rating:** 3.19 / 5 (8,187 ratings)
- **Version:** 4.14.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-06-10
- **First published:** 2013-03-23
- **Publisher country:** FR
- **Size:** 91 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-16
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bearwww2.android)
- **Website:** [https://www.bearwww.com/](https://www.bearwww.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://support.bearwww.com/en\_US/politique-confidentialit%C3%A9](https://support.bearwww.com/en_US/politique-confidentialit%C3%A9)

## Description

BEARWWW is a free dating and chat app for gay, bisexual, trans, and queer men that celebrates diversity across the bear community and beyond. Join a global cruising network with over a million members to discover nearby matches, make friends, or search for serious relationships. Enjoy unlimited free chat, advanced search and geolocation, recently active lists, temporary private photo sharing, a web version, and other tools designed by LGBTQ+ experts to foster genuine connections in a safe, ad‑free space.

Upgrade to BEARWWW PLUS for VIP perks like profile boosts, shout-outs to thousands of users, discreet browsing, advanced search filters, unlimited private photo sharing, visitor insights, private albums, a Vacation map feature, and priority messaging. BEARWWW is 18+ and enforces strict rules against public nudity. With roots back to 2002, the platform combines community focus, privacy controls, and both free and premium options to help you connect confidently.

## Rankings

- #72,079 — Overall
- #173 — Dating (Free)
- #10 — gay

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.AD_SERVICES_CONFIG`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_APP_BADGE`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_IMAGES`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.anddoes.launcher.permission.UPDATE_COUNT`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.bearwww2.android.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.bearwww2.android.permission.C2D_MESSAGE`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.google.maps.android.utils.permission.MAPS_RECEIVE`
- `com.htc.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.htc.launcher.permission.UPDATE_SHORTCUT`
- `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.CHANGE_BADGE`
- `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `com.majeur.launcher.permission.UPDATE_BADGE`
- `com.oppo.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.oppo.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `com.sec.android.provider.badge.permission.READ`
- `com.sec.android.provider.badge.permission.WRITE`
- `com.sonyericsson.home.permission.BROADCAST_BADGE`
- `com.sonymobile.home.permission.PROVIDER_INSERT_BADGE`
- `me.everything.badger.permission.BADGE_COUNT_READ`
- `me.everything.badger.permission.BADGE_COUNT_WRITE`

## Review summary

Users report that BEARWWW's Android app is plagued by numerous bugs, poor customer support, and a confusing user interface. Essential features like search, notifications, and profile management often malfunction, even for paying subscribers. The app's recent update removed beloved functionalities such as private albums and message histories, leading to dissatisfaction. Moreover, the app seems to have shifted focus from dating to hooking up, disappointing many long-term users. Despite a dedicated community and subscription options, the app needs significant improvements and better support to regain user trust.

### Pros

- App has a user base interested in chatting and dating within the bear community.
- Subscription options are available for enhanced features.
- The original web version had a functional chat feature and a decent profile setup.

### Cons

- App suffers from frequent bugs and crashes, particularly after updates.
- Search and profile features often malfunction or are limited even for paying members.
- Notifications are unreliable, and user controls over them are poor.
- Customer support is unresponsive, leaving issues unresolved for users.
- The latest update removed valued features like private photo albums and erased message histories.
- User interface is cluttered and not user-friendly, causing frustration.
- Login and account management features are buggy, including password reset and account deletion issues.
- App has transitioned from a dating platform to more of a hookup site, alienating some long-time users.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.bearwww2.android)