# Cypher

> Proximity-based social discovery and connection tool. (iPhone/iPad app by Wido Pfoest.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cypher/id1269189579 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Wido Pfoest](https://appshunter.io/developer/1269189578)
- Category: Social Networking
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 26 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 71 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2017-11-01
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cypher/id1269189579/reviews.md

## What is Cypher?

With Cypher you can easily find out which interesting people are in your immediate vicinity.
Cypher is NOT a dating app where you "like" and "match", it's completely independent of gender, age, hobbies, etc.
Your profile consists of links to your other social networks, such as Facebook or Instagram.
You can decide at any time which profiles you would like to have displayed to the public.

On the other hand you can show others who you are, what you like to do and tell them for example about your work or business by adding your or another website to your status. Even your Spotify playlist might be interesting to others!

This is how Cypher works:
Open the radar to see who is located within 100 m of you.
Tap on another profile to be redirected to their accounts on other social networks with one click.
This allows you to send them a friend request on Facebook or follow them on Instagram, for example.
Remember the profiles to keep track of who you've met.
By adding your favorite places in your city to your profile, you can show others where you like to be.

## Key features

- Proximity radar
- Social network linking
- Public profile control
- Website/Spotify integration
- Profile saving
- Favorite place sharing

## Recent user reviews (10 of 26)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cypher/id1269189579/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Fallos

*2025-01-25*

Fallos

### 5/5 — It works!👌🏻

*2023-11-10*

I really got in touch recently with a nice person nearby:))

### 5/5 — Nice one!

*2023-11-08*

Great app to get in touch with others nearby! It just needs more users:)))

### 5/5 — Amazing App 🤩

*2023-11-02*

Amazing app. Love to use it whenever I travel and connect with other travellers. I have a great experience using it. 😍😍

### 5/5 — absolutely fantastico

*2023-11-02*

amazing app for backpacking!!

### 5/5 — Love that app!

*2023-04-19*

So easy to connect with people near by. Perfect digital business card aswell! Use it while going for a walk, in a café, at a business meeting or any other place meeting inspiring people. Finally a real social app to meet real and interesting people in a blink of an eye.

### 5/5 — Real Connection

*2023-04-19*

Cypher is a great social app to use when you want to get to know people within your reach and connect on a lowkey, easy level. It's very simple to use and has a lot of fun features. Can highly recommend!

### 5/5 — Mega umgesetzt

*2023-04-13*

Top gestaltet, geile Idee 👍🏼

### 5/5 — highly recommended

*2023-04-12*

So nice to be able to find out who is nearby and I also love to show others about my business too😊👌🏼

### 5/5 — Mega

*2023-04-12*

Endlich mal frischer Wind unter den Kennenlern-Apps ohne das übliche rumgeswipe und den Dating Aspekt. Coole Leute kennenlernen direkt im eigenen Umkreis. Handhabung super easy. Hoffe es kommen bald ganz viele Leute zu der App.

## Frequently asked questions about Cypher

### What does Cypher do?

Cypher helps you discover interesting people in your immediate vicinity. It allows you to see profiles of users within a 100-meter radius and connect with them through their linked social media accounts.

### How do I create a profile on Cypher?

Your profile on Cypher primarily consists of links to your other social networks, such as Facebook or Instagram. You can also add your website, business information, or even your Spotify playlist to showcase your interests and what you do.

### Is Cypher a dating app?

No, Cypher is not a dating app. It is completely independent of gender, age, hobbies, or any matching criteria. The focus is on discovering interesting individuals based on proximity.

### How can I connect with people I find on Cypher?

Once you see a profile within the radar, you can tap on it to be redirected to their accounts on other social networks with a single click. This allows you to send a friend request on Facebook or follow them on Instagram, for example.

### Can I control who sees my profile?

Yes, you have full control over your public profile. You can decide at any time which profiles you would like to have displayed to the public, ensuring your privacy and what information you share.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.7 — 2024-04-01

api and screenshot aupdates

### 3.6 — 2023-04-28

- minor issues fixed

### 3.5 — 2023-04-20

minor bugs fixed

### 3.4 — 2023-04-17

- Location issue fixed

### 3.3 — 2023-04-04

- Snapchat issue fixed

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