# Herpes Dating and Chat - HOPE

> STD, HPV, HSV Positive Friends

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id6497714498](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id6497714498)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id6497714498`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Smash Inc
- **Category:** Social Networking
- **Rating:** 4.40 / 5 (507 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.1
- **Last updated:** 2026-03-19
- **First published:** 2024-07-10
- **Size:** 46 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-24
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/herpes-dating-and-chat-hope/id6497714498)
- **Website:** [https://www.hopefriend.com](https://www.hopefriend.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.hopefriend.com/policies](https://www.hopefriend.com/policies)

## Description

HOPE is a safe, private dating and support app for singles with HSV-1, HSV-2, HPV, and other STDs. Say hello for free after finishing your profile, with real talk instead of paywalls, and connect with people who understand your journey.

Key features include Meet (swipe through profiles), Night Whisper (free STD chat), AI STD Q&A, Community discussions (anonymous if you prefer), Reminders, and a private Diary. HOPE is free to use with an optional VIP membership for enhanced perks.

## Rankings

- #74,231 — Overall

## Review summary

HOPE receives mixed reviews. Pros noted include free messaging, a user-friendly interface, affordable upgrade pricing, and occasional positive comparisons to rivals. However, recurring cons across multiple reviews are location accuracy issues, a limited user base leading to few matches, paywalls that restrict viewing and messaging, and general stability/UX problems such as poor profile cycling and occasional errors. Overall, it may work for some users, but reliability and discovery challenges are the most commonly cited drawbacks.

### Pros

- Free messaging option and ability to contact others without constant paid upgrades.
- User-friendly app that is easy to navigate and use.
- Relatively affordable upgrade pricing compared to some alternatives.
- Perceived presence of a decent pool of potential matches in certain reviews.
- Some users view HOPE as better than competing apps (e.g., PS).

### Cons

- Location accuracy issues: matches show up far away, location cannot be changed, and filters don’t work as expected.
- Limited user base and activity in many areas: few options, dead/slow app with not many responsive users.
- Paywalls and pay-to-view/messaging friction: users are prompted to upgrade to see matches or messages, hindering discovery.
- Stability and navigation problems: app reportedly lacks smooth functionality, struggles to cycle through profiles, and occasionally shows run-out-of-profiles errors.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id6497714498)