# Vicinity LGBTQ+ Friend Finder

> Map-Based LGBTQ+ Friend Finder

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.vicinity.vicinityApp](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.vicinity.vicinityApp)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.vicinity.vicinityApp`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Removed
- **Publisher:** Vicinity App
- **Category:** COMMUNICATION
- **Downloads:** 156
- **Version:** 6.0.1
- **Last updated:** 2025-06-25
- **First published:** 2024-07-24
- **Size:** 51 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-01-29
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.vicinity.vicinityApp)
- **Website:** [https://www.vicinityapp.io](https://www.vicinityapp.io/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://vicinityapp.io/privacy-policy.html](https://vicinityapp.io/privacy-policy.html)

## Description

No dating or hookups... Our intentions are different.<br><br>Vicinity is built for LGBTQ+ individuals, couples, and groups (like parents) looking to form real friendships. We’re creating a safe space that actively prevents hookup culture, keeping it focused on meaningful connections with like-minded people. Whether you&#39;re into gaming, coffee, fitness, travel, or the arts, Vicinity will help you find friends who share your passions.<br><br>Find Friends Locally<br>&quot;I was surprised to find that I was literally surrounded by people like me—for coffee, dinners, and more.&quot;<br><br>Vicinity is different from other apps—you won’t need to swipe or match to find friends. Instead, you’ll explore a live map of users around you. Filter by interests, hobbies, gender identity, and more to find the right people. It’s about making real-life connections with people nearby.<br><br>Features:<br>Create Your Profile: Build a secure profile to connect with others who share your interests, hobbies, and activities.<br><br>Dynamic User Map: Watch as potential friends pop up around you. Use personality filters to tailor your map and find individuals with similar interests.<br><br>Private &amp; Secure Messaging: Stay safe while chatting with your local LGBTQ+ community—without sharing your name, phone number, or email address.<br><br>Curated Event Calendar: Check out community events handpicked by our team to keep you connected to the LGBTQ+ scene near you.<br><br>Vicinity Feed: Discover posts and events created by users within 50 miles of your location. Comment, RSVP, and join the conversation in your local community.<br><br>Notifications Center: Stay in the loop with notifications for likes, comments, RSVPs, and replies to your posts and events.<br><br>Privacy Matters: You control your visibility by randomizing your location on the map by up to 10 miles<br><br><br>Vicinity... born in St. Louis... going everywhere.<br><br><br>Instagram: @VicinitySocialApp<br>Facebook: @VicinitySocialApp<br>https://www.vicinityapp.io

## 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.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_CALENDAR`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_CALENDAR`
- `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.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES`
- `com.vicinity.vicinityApp.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

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