The 7 Best Hookup Apps If You Need It Now

Hookups meet two important purposes in modern dating.

One, they meet a carnal desire for intimacy without the expectation of emotional investment. Two, no-strings-attached trysts are a way to experience the constant thrill of a new partner in a wash, rinse, repeat fashion.

Here are the 7 best hookup apps to get it on if you need it now, commitment-free.

Tinder

No conversation about hookup dating sites is complete without a nod to Tinder. Although it isn’t exclusively a hookup app, the quick-swiping interface and large user population makes it a virtual meat market for finding your next entaglement.

OKCupid

OKCupid is the more personalized version of Tinder. Since the app allows users to fill out their interests and publicly answer a variety of questions (for example, preferences in the bedroom), profiles tend to be a lot more comprehensive.

Happn

Ever wished you had the chance to cross paths again with that cutie at the gym or the park? The French-founded app Happn’s GPS-tracking capability links you with other users who you’ve crossed paths with in real time. The result? A more organic way of connecting beyond the dreaded, dead-end “hey.”

Pure

Pure is built on privacy and instant gratification. All matches are anonymous, and from the time you match with someone, you have only an hour to converse before your conversation disappears. Want to meet up with your prospect? Select a meeting place, drop a pin, and get the ball rolling.

FET Life

FET Life is among the most established kink-friendly communities. Whether you want to dip into the kink world for the first time or are a kink and fetish veteran, this is your go-to for non-vanilla sex connections.

Grindr

Grindr is the OG hookup app for LGBTQ+-identifying men, boasting a massive daily population of 4.5 million users. Its proximity-based algorithm ensures that the matches you see are indeed nearby – and available for the taking.

Her

Her is the female equivalent of Grindr. Geared toward connecting LGBTQ+ women for hookups, meetups, and more, this is a must-have app for any queer woman who wants to get plugged into her local female-friendly gay scene.

Pro Tips for Hooking Up

Hooking up is an art that can be fun if done right. Here’s some hookup dating advice to maximize your experience.

·         Be clear about what you’re looking for, all the way down to kinks and fetishes.

·         Lead with consent and respect.

·         Don’t go overboard on the booze – engaging in anything with an inebriated partner is both uncomfortable and more trouble than it’s worth.

Finally, follow these three safety rules.

1.       Meet in a public location, like a bar, restaurant, or hotel.

2.       Unless you’re with a steady partner and have shared test results, always use protection.

3.       Let a trusted friend know your whereabouts – as well as where to find you if things go awry.