# Cruise - Gay Social & Dating > Meet men nearby, chat & date Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id6771546668](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id6771546668) ## Overview - **ID:** `id6771546668` - **Platform:** Apple - **Type:** Apple app - **Status:** Removed - **Publisher:** Polari Group LLC - **Category:** Social Networking - **Rating:** 4.40 / 5 (14 ratings) - **Version:** 1.2026.082 - **Last updated:** 2026-08-10 - **First published:** 2026-06-10 - **Size:** 136 MB - **Data as of:** 2026-09-05 - **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/cruise-gay-social-dating/id6771546668) - **Website:** [https://thecruise.app](https://thecruise.app/) - **Privacy policy:** [https://thecruise.app/privacy](https://thecruise.app/privacy) ## Description Cruise is where gay men connect with the men around them and on a live map, not an endless feed. Instead of scrolling an algorithm-sorted grid, you see who's part of the scene near you in real time, and start a real conversation. Open the app and the local community comes into view on a clean, modern map. Tap a profile to see what a guy's about, send a wave, or start chatting. It's a more human way to meet men nearby, built around your actual community instead of an infinite scroll. Planning a trip? Cruise comes with you. Drop into any city and instantly see the men, the crews, and the moments happening around you right now. It is the fastest way to plug into the scene somewhere new. Setting up takes a minute. Build your profile, choose when to appear on the map, and you're connecting with men nearby. WHAT YOU GET • A live map, not a feed — discover the community by neighborhood and area • Rich profiles — your photos, your interests, what you're into • Verified photos — a gold check means a real, photo-verified man • Real messaging — one-to-one chats, waves, and photo sharing • Read receipts — know the moment your messages land • Stories — share a moment that lasts 24 hours • Powerful filters — position, body type, tribe, age, and more • Ghost Mode — browse privately, hidden from the map • Travel Mode — drop into any city before you arrive • Hide your chat photos, and see who deleted a conversation • Unlimited message history • More photos to add to your profile • Star your favorites, block, and report — easily and safely • Private by default — your exact location is always obscured CRUISE AD-FREE Cruise is supported by light, brand-safe ads. Cruise Ad-Free removes them and gives you a Boost every month: • No ads, anywhere in the app • A Boost every month — rise to the top of the map and the nearby list where it counts BOOST Want more eyes on your profile? A Boost lifts you to the top of the map, wall, stories, and nearby list for the men around you while it's live. Boosts are a one-time purchase — not a subscription. BUILT FOR SAFETY AND PRIVACY Your location is always fuzzed before anyone sees it. Photo verification helps keep the community authentic. And you stay in control of who you talk to and what you share. CRUISE ADS Cruise includes brand-safe, third-party advertising, which involves sharing limited data with our advertising partners as described in our Privacy Policy. We never share your profile information with advertisers. Cruise Pro removes all ads. CRUISE SUBSCRIPTIONS Cruise Ad-Free is an auto-renewable subscription. Your subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your Apple ID account is charged the renewal price within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your App Store account settings after purchase. 18+ ONLY Cruise is for adults. You must be 18 or older to use the app. Profile photos depicting nudity or sex acts are strictly prohibited. Need help? 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