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Gaydar - Your Fall Dating Destination. Connect with 5 million global members, founded in November 1999. Free registration & VIP perks available for an enhanced dating experience.

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Gaydar Members

Members
2,485,000 from United Kingdom
Members activity
42,000 new members per month
  • You get a personal profile which you can fill out
  • Gay and bisexual men
  • For those who are open and curious
  • Out and discreet gays and bisexuals
  • For those who would like to learn about safe sex and HIV

The Gaydar dating community is exclusively for gay and bisexual men from everywhere in the world. It is where they can look for dates, friendships, and/or relationships. Members of the Gaydar online dating site have different sexual orientations – gay, bisexual, curious, and open-minded. Those who are curious and open-minded can join and have themselves immersed in an online community exclusive to gay and bisexual men to know more about the people who belong to this community/group.

Members of Gaydar are either out or discreet. In fact, for those who choose to be discreet, they have the option to make their profile photo blurred.

In addition, online daters on Gaydar are looking for and would like to meet dates, friends, and hookups. More importantly, some Gaydar members are also those who would like to be educated about HIV and how to practice safe sex. So by joining Gaydar, members can have fun meeting new people and at the same time learn and be informed by reading Gaydar’s informative blog section.

Females
Males

Gaydar Age Range and Age Distribution

  • 18-24
  • 25-34
  • 35-44
  • 45-54
  • 55+

How to Sign Up for Gaydar

Gaydar Logo
  • Join for free
  • Sign-up and login via Facebook
  • Few personal details required
  • Email verification
  • Free to explore once verified

Creating a Gaydar account is hassle-free. You can sign-up for an account in just 2 easy steps. First, you have to upload a photo. Take note, however, that for your photo to become visible on your profile and in searches, it has to be rated first. Then when your photo has been successfully uploaded, you will have to provide a few details about yourself, which are your date of birth, your chosen profile name, password, and your email address.

It is important as well to verify your email address first. This is because only after verifying your email can you use both Gaydar’s chat and messaging function. Then once you have confirmed your email address, you are free to look around and explore.

Signing up for a Gaydar profile is free and only takes less than 5 minutes. After that, the fun begins.

Making Contact on Gaydar

Gaydar Chat Room
  • Unlimited one-on-one messaging
  • Location-based chat rooms (Gaydar Chat)
  • Private chat (Gaydar Chat)
  • Disrespectful language and bullying are not tolerated
  • Messaging page takes too long to load
  • All members can send messages for free
  • There is a chatroom

Initiating a conversation with other Gaydar members is easy and convenient for both basic and VIP members. One of the ways in which Gaydar users can have communication with other members of this gay dating community is through the one-on-one unlimited messaging.

Another way of interacting with other Gaydar members from anywhere in the world is by joining its location-based chat rooms. Before joining a chat room, you will be asked if you would like to enter a chat in the same window or in a pop-up. Before entering Gaydar Chat, you must practice proper etiquette. Keep in mind that rude language, bullying, and verbal abuse are prohibited. In addition to that, while in the chat room, you may also send private chat messages to other members.

On the other hand, most of the time, Gaydar’s Messaging page takes too long to load. But other than that, Gaydar’s messaging and chat features are convenient to use.

Gaydar Profile Quality

Gaydar Profile
  • Shows whether the profile owner is out or not
  • Discreet profile photo
  • Properly sectioned
  • Displays Playstation, XBOX, Nintendo ID
  • Shows HIV status
  • The profiles are quite detailed
  • The profile information can be changed later
  • Profile pictures are visible to everyone for free

The profiles of members of the Gaydar dating community are informative. Many details, which can be helpful in getting to know someone, can be seen in a Gaydar profile. Plus, the different details about the profile owner are properly sectioned.

One example is that it shows the information of whether or not the profile owner is out. Another example is that the profile owner can include his Playstation ID, XBOX ID, and Nintendo ID in his profile if he has any. In addition to that, the HIV status of the profile owner can also be shown, depending on his preference. Another thing is that the profile owner may also have his profile photo blurred if he wants to be discreet.

That means that as a Gaydar member, you have full control of what to include and what to show in your profile. 

Gaydar App

Gaydar App
  • Free
  • For both Android and iOS users
  • Share location
  • Use current location
  • 1.4 rating on iTunes

You can access Gaydar not only by using your laptop but also through your handheld devices, such as smartphones and tablets. Yes, Gaydar has a mobile app version, and it can be downloaded for free. It is available on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. 

With the Gaydar app, you can use your current location to find other members who are nearby. You can also share your location to meet with other Gaydar members personally.

Although it only has a 1.4 rating on iTunes, you can still do many things. Through the Gaydar app, you can connect with other Gaydar members in the palm of your hands. It's like flirting and dating with your fingertips.

Gaydar Costs and Prices

Free Features
  • Registration
  • Uploading a photo
  • Winks
  • Messaging
  • One-on-one chat
  • Joining chat rooms
  • Adding to Favourites
  • Limited browsing
Premium Features
  • See who viewed your profile
  • Advanced search filters
  • Unlock space for 100 private photos
  • Add up to 50 public photos
  • Remove ads
  • See who favourited you
  • Incognito mode
  • Unlimited search results

Is Gaydar expensive or cheap?

In comparison to other providers Gaydar is average.

Duration / Credits / CoinsCostsTotal
Gaydar VIP
1 Month5.49 GBP / Month5.49 GBP
3 Months4.33 GBP / Month12.99 GBP
12 Months2.99 GBP / Month35.88 GBP
Gaydar Price Table
Payment Options
  • Credit Card
  • Direct Debit
  • Cheque

Subscriptions are automatically renewed at the end of the chosen plan period and can be canceled anytime.

Special Features

These features are intended to make your online gay dating experience more enjoyable and fruitful.

Gaydar Radio

It is where gay and bisexual men, lesbians, and other people who are gay-friendly can stream and upload music. Through Gaydar Radio, members and non-members can listen to music shows and talk shows. 

Gaydar Travel

Tell other Gaydar members about your travel plans and itinerary. This is a section where you can enter your travel details. Then your profile will be shown in the grid of your chosen destination 2 weeks before your arrival, which gives you enough time to connect with locals before you arrive. 

Our rating

Signing Up: 3.5 / 5
Making Contact: 4.0 / 5
Profile Quality: 3.5 / 5
App: 3.0 / 5

Editor's Conclusion

Chris Pleines, Author at Datingscout.co.uk
Chris Pleines
Founder of Datingscout and Author of the book "Online Dating for Dummies"
Not knowing what your real sexuality is can really be difficult. Likewise, knowing what you really are and what you want but not being able to show it to the world is also hard. Good thing there are online dating communities, like Gaydar, who welcomes gay and bisexual men, whether they are out or not. In the Gaydar online dating community, you are free to explore your sexuality, make new friends with other members, and find someone to love. Communicating with other Gaydar members and establishing a connection with your potential dates can be done hassle-free because Gaydar offers free unlimited messaging. Aside from that, you may also join various chat rooms, where you can meet individuals with the same interests and people who are nearby.On the other hand, some of Gaydar’s features can only be accessed by VIP members. Therefore, for unrestricted online dating, you must subscribe to Gaydar’s monthly VIP plans. As a VIP member, you will have more advantages over those who are not subscribed. However, if you are looking for a gay dating site where you can explore and enjoy more freely, check out our Gay category.

Gaydar FAQ

Facts

Who can join the Gaydar dating community?

Only those who are at least 18 years old can join Gaydar. 

Does Gaydar have a mobile app version?

Yes, and it is available to Android and iOS users.

Is downloading it for free?

Yes, it is free of charge. It can be downloaded from the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.

What are things that are not allowed at Gaydar?

  • Harrass and stalk other members
  • Exploit minors
  • Impersonate someone
  • Phish information about others
  • Distribute spam
  • Post and reproduce copyrighted content and trademarks

How can I stop receiving notifications via email?

Click on the round thumbnail on the rightmost part of the menu bar, go to My Settings, then switch off the type of notification you would no longer like to receive.

I am new to online dating and would like to be discreet. Can I have my profile photo blurred?

It's possible. Just click on your profile picture, which can be found on the rightmost part of the menu bar. Go to the thumbnail of your photo, and click the blue Edit button. Then click the cogwheel icon, and select Discreet.

What must be the size of the photos that I will upload?

The photos that you will upload must be 375 x 500 pixels.

Can I tag/mention another member in a chat?

Yes. Just type '@' plus the username of the person you would like to mention/tag. 

In the Gaydar chat room, what is the difference between @all and @here?

Use @all to mention everybody in the chat room, and use @here to mention only those who are active.

What are things not allowed in the chat room?

  • Verbal abuse
  • Disrespectful language
  • Bullying
  • Flooding
  • Advertising

What name will appear on my bank statement?

Your VIP membership will be discreetly billed as Connexions IP Limited.

Can I pay with a cheque?

Yes. You can have it mailed to CPC Connect Limited, PO Box 71067, London, SE1P 5FH, United Kingdom.

What currencies do they accept?

  • Pounds
  • Euros
  • US Dollars

I want to cancel my VIP membership. Are there fees?

No, there won't be any cancellation fees.

Will I get a refund if I cancel my VIP membership?

All payments to Connexions IP Limited are final and non-refundable.

Usability

Can I tag/mention another member in a chat?

Yes. Just type '@' plus the username of the person you would like to mention/tag. 

In the Gaydar chat room, what is the difference between @all and @here?

Use @all to mention everybody in the chat room, and use @here to mention only those who are active.

Cancel

I want to cancel my VIP membership. Are there fees?

No, there won't be any cancellation fees.

Will I get a refund if I cancel my VIP membership?

All payments to Connexions IP Limited are final and non-refundable.

Costs

Is downloading it for free?

Yes, it is free of charge. It can be downloaded from the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.

I want to cancel my VIP membership. Are there fees?

No, there won't be any cancellation fees.

Payment

What name will appear on my bank statement?

Your VIP membership will be discreetly billed as Connexions IP Limited.

Can I pay with a cheque?

Yes. You can have it mailed to CPC Connect Limited, PO Box 71067, London, SE1P 5FH, United Kingdom.

What currencies do they accept?

  • Pounds
  • Euros
  • US Dollars

Will I get a refund if I cancel my VIP membership?

All payments to Connexions IP Limited are final and non-refundable.

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