# W | Bear

> Gay Bear Community & Friends

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1127795024](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1127795024)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id1127795024`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** gNetLabs, Inc.
- **Category:** Social Networking
- **Rating:** 4.50 / 5 (2,547 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.10.2
- **Last updated:** 2026-04-08
- **First published:** 2016-12-08
- **Size:** 85 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-20
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/w-bear/id1127795024)
- **Website:** [http://wbear.lgbt](http://wbear.lgbt/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://wnet.lgbt/privacy.html](https://wnet.lgbt/privacy.html)

## Description

W | Bear is a social networking app built by bears for the gay bear community. Meet, chat, and connect with profiles based on shared interests and identity—an inclusive space for friendship and real conversations.

Share photos and videos, discover nearby or global events, and stay engaged across devices. The app is free to download for ages 18+, with premium options for an enhanced experience.

## Rankings

- #36,785 — Overall
- #52 — gay

## Review summary

User reviews point to a problematic, aging app: stability issues with crashes and freezes, especially after updates; long gaps between updates and poor compatibility with newer iOS versions. Verification and support access are frequently blocked, and account deletion is not straightforward. Pricing is questioned given limited features and slow maintenance. A minority appreciate the ad-free, privacy-conscious approach and the niche, photo-driven social concept, but overall sentiment is negative due to ongoing bugs and value concerns.

### Pros

- Messaging and media sharing features enable social connections (messages, photos, and videos).
- Concept is appealing: a photo-driven, bear-themed social platform with a unique niche.
- Ad-free experience and privacy-focused approach stemming from the paid membership model.

### Cons

- Frequent crashes and freezing after updates; the app becomes unresponsive.
- No updates for years and poor compatibility with latest iOS versions (e.g., iOS 17).
- Email verification flow often fails and support cannot be reached without verification.
- Inability to delete profiles or photos; content removal/control is limited.
- High subscription cost with perceived low value and few redeeming features.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1127795024)