Category: Taimi

Taimi Scales as a Global LGBTQ+ Dating App With 31M Users and Strong US Growth

Posted on September 19, 2025
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DOU – Taimi, created by Ukrainian company appflame, is an LGBTQ+ dating app with ~31M users and a top-ten spot in US downloads. Available in 100 countries, it stands out by focusing on user experience instead of pushing aggressive monetization. The app runs on a freemium model with subscriptions and optional features. New members typically find a match within minutes, start conversations quickly, and are encouraged to take those connections offline. To boost engagement, Taimi has rolled out features like First Move, which lets users pre-set their opening message, and Taimi In Person, a program for LGBTQ+ community events that has already held ~30 gatherings in the US. Safety is a core part of the product: all protective features are free, from Face ID login and profile verification to stealth mode and 24/7 moderation. The company is currently focused on scaling in the US, backed by new cross-functional product teams and a Head of Product hired from New York with experience at Grindr and HBO Max. Brand-building has also become a major focus, with Taimi appearing in Netflix and Amazon Prime series, a Katy Perry music video, and on screens at Doja Cat concerts. In 2025, downloads climbed 32% YOY, and organic social reach jumped to 52M views. Taimi plans to expand further in Europe while cementing its role as a trusted platform for the global LGBTQ+ community.

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Taimi Dating App Launches Polyamory Feature

Posted on September 16, 2024

Taimi logo 2020HYPEBAE – Taimi's latest feature allows polyamorous users to "customize their profiles by selecting their preferred romance type, whether they are polyamorous individuals, are part of a polycule or couple." Ethical non-monogamy has grown in popularity since 2020, with Gen Z contemplating the lifestyle more than generations before them. "Research shows that ~4-5% of Americans are involved in consensual non-monogamy, and these numbers are steadily rising."

by Gigi Fong
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The Future of Dating Apps: Trends and Challenges for Startups

Posted on June 9, 2023

Dating appsTHE NEXT WEB – Alex Pasykov, CEO and founder of dating apps Hily and Taimi, discusses the challenges faced by startups in the dating app industry in 2023 and the importance of aligning product strategy with trends to build a sustainable business. While generative AI has limited applications in dating apps, it can be used to improve algorithms and provide efficient customer support. Pasykov highlights the trend of greater segmentation and personalization in dating apps, with apps catering to specific audiences and dating interests. However, extremely niche apps may struggle to raise funding due to a limited user base. Pasykov emphasizes the need for dating apps to focus on shortening the time between initial interest and in-person meetings. Niche apps that excel in serving specific audiences can set the standard for service quality and accelerate business growth. By understanding the complexities of online dating and adapting to evolving user preferences, dating apps can increase their chances of success.

by Alex Pasykov
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Ukrainian CEO Alex Pasykov Shares His Thoughts on a Difficult but Rewarding Year

Posted on February 24, 2023

Hily Taimi Alex PasykovTECH.EU – Alex Pasykov, CEO of the Hily dating app and LGBTQ platform Taimi, reflects on a difficult but rewarding year, operating his businesses in Ukraine during the Russian invasion. Despite the challenges of scaling a business during wartime, Pasykov learned the importance of setting ambitious goals, trying new things, and providing his team with comfortable working conditions. His team's ability to work creatively without electricity during blackouts demonstrated their resilience and teamwork. Pasykov and his team also volunteered in the community, providing supplies and support to those affected by the war. Pasykov encourages businesses to always have a plan for the worst-case scenario, as there are many potential threats to any business.

by Alex Pasykov
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Taimi Partners With the Ellen DeGeneres Show

Posted on June 3, 2021

ELLENTUBE – June 3 – In honor of Pride Month, Taimi partnered with The Ellen DeGeneres Show and donated $25K to The Trevor Project, an organization close to Ellen’s heart.

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After a Success in 2020, Taimi Talks Is Back in May 2021

Posted on April 29, 2021

Taimi talksTAIMI – Apr 28 – In 2020, Taimi Talks, an in-app livestreaming event, featured true LGBTQ+ icons like Blair Amadeus Imani, Monique Heart, Alyssa Edwards, TS Madison, Jason Wimberly and Chris Mosier. This year, Taimi Talks will have an incredible line-up of people. The event will be in May 16, 5PM EST.

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Why to Consider React Native When Building an App From Scratch

Posted on April 20, 2021

Hily alex pasykov linkedinFORBES – Apr 20 – Aleksandr Pasykov is the founder of Hily Dating App and Taimi, the biggest LGBTQ+ platform featuring a social network and dating app. He started working on Taimi in 2017. "We realized there's a demand for a safe online space where LGBTQ+ people could build relationships. We needed a framework that would allow us to create the app from scratch in a short time, and our developer built the app in less than two months using React Native." React Native is an open-source app framework that was released by Facebook in 2015. It allows developers to combine native code with React, making it perfect for updating existing applications. React Native offer unprecedented speed and efficiency, and you can create and update apps on Android and iOS simultaneously. One issue is the framework’s performance. For example, if you want to add a newsfeed to your app, React Native may not have high enough speed and performance levels, so such changes will have to be made in native code. Another challenge companies may face is the lack of React Native experts.

by Alexander Pasykov
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Taimi Launches a Referral Program

Posted on March 15, 2021

Taimi refferal programTAIMI – Mar 15 – The program is an extension to the LGBTQ+ platform's livestreaming, serving as a "passive source" of Taimi Diamonds for the users. After the invited users start utilizing Taimi's livestreaming, the referrers will receive 30% of all Diamonds their referred persons collect.

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10 Million Users: Taimi Marks a Major Milestone

Posted on March 9, 2021

Taimi logo 2020BUSINESSWIRE – Mar 9 – After just 2.5 years on the market, Taimi proves to be the fastest-growing LGBTQ+ platform, reaching 10M worldwide users in late March 2021. Taimi grew its userbase from 3.5M in Jan 2020 to 9M in Dec 2020. According to Sensor Tower's 2021 "The State of Dating Apps 2021" Report, Taimi made the list of Top-10 most downloaded dating apps in the U.S.

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