# HAWP > Social networking app for real-life connections and local event discovery. (iPhone/iPad app by Roselie Phillip.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hawp/id1585006181 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Roselie Phillip](https://appshunter.io/developer/1278663056) - Category: Social Networking, Lifestyle - Price: Free - Rating: 4.47/5 from 19 App Store ratings · 10 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 10.0 · 66 MB - Languages: English - Released: 2021-09-10 - Data updated: 2026-06-10 - Monetization: ad-supported - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hawp/id1585006181/reviews.md ## What is HAWP? Bridging the gap between modern social media and real life connections! HAWP brings you closer the people and things you love physically! Connect with new friends, share what you’re up to at social gatherings, or see what new events are happening around you in real-time and at any moment! Explore your community where you can connect and feel a sense of belonging. Share events with others so they can connect IRL too. Express yourself in a REAL WAY! ⁃ Add photos and video stories to events you’re attending so others can join and connect too! ⁃ Check the vibe at social gatherings happening near you before leaving the comfort of your home. ⁃ Connect with new friends at events by adding them straight from the event page and sending them a message! (You’ll have 24 hours to make as many connections from any event as you’d like) ⁃ Drop a pin on the map at any event so others can see it too, drawing in the right crowd seamlessly! ⁃ Learn more about you’re interests when you can join and see the happenings at any event happening in your community in real-time. ⁃ Join social gatherings with people who want real life connection. We want you to have more experiences IN REAL LIFE! ## Key features - Connect with friends at events - Share photos and video stories - Discover real-time local events - Add event pins on map - Real-life connection focus - Message new friends ## Recent user reviews (10 of 10) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hawp/id1585006181/reviews.md ### 3/5 — Great idea bad execution *2021-10-09* Almost no one uses this app right now I know it’s been out for 3 weeks but please don’t spam your own app with 5 star reviews… have seen maybe 2/3 posts for events besides that nothing. ### 5/5 — Innovative! *2021-09-21* As someone that like to travel and move to be places, sometime you need a little extra help to know that’s going on and this is the perfect solution! ### 5/5 — Love this app *2021-09-21* So happy that this app is finally here!! I can't wait to make friends and find fun events through this app! ### 5/5 — Great potential *2021-09-20* A social networking app that only works “in real life?” Yes please! This is Check-In 2.0. Great potential with this app, excited to see where it goes. Hawp could be the next killer app. I’ve been waiting to ditch Facebook and IG when it comes to my actual social life. ### 5/5 — Hawpers *2021-09-20* Would highly recommend this app in your city! Fun for finding locals and cool spots, can’t wait to keep using and meeting new peeps! ### 5/5 — Need it everywhere *2021-09-19* This thing needs to be everywhere, love this application. Have to get my school using this because it’s so helpful to see what’s happening where, such a great idea. App works really well too ### 5/5 — Exciting and promising app *2021-09-19* This app fills a gap that is very needed in today’s assortment of apps. It’s great to be able to connect with people in a way that still feels personal and is connected to the real world. Hawp feels like the beginning of a better future for social media, that encourages us to connect both in the real world and online and doesn’t make us feel like robots. I highly recommend it! ### 5/5 — HAWP is 🔥🔥🔥 *2021-09-19* LOVE this app! 📍 Great way to find out about local events 👯‍♂️This app makes meeting new people and developing new relationships easy and enjoyable :) ### 5/5 — LOVE IT! *2021-09-19* This app is something i’m really excited for in terms of how it’ll not only help the community safely find events, but will help event hosts and artists engage with the community as well. As a BTV-based media company, we’ve seen so much use already and future potential for connecting better with audiences. Cant wait to see where Hawp can go from here! ### 5/5 — Hawp *2021-09-11* This app is so incredibly necessary in this crazy world of disconnect! Can’t wait to experience it❤️ ## Frequently asked questions about HAWP ### What is HAWP? HAWP is a social networking app designed to foster real-life connections by helping users discover and engage with local events and people in their community. ### How does HAWP help users connect? Users can connect with new friends at events by adding them directly from the event page and sending messages. You have 24 hours to make connections from any event. ### Can I see what events are happening near me? Yes, HAWP allows you to see what new events are happening around you in real-time and at any moment, helping you explore your community. ### Does HAWP have ads? Yes, HAWP contains advertisements. It is a free app supported by ads. ### What devices is HAWP available on? HAWP is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. ### What is the age rating for HAWP? HAWP has an age rating of 4+. ### How often is HAWP updated? The latest version of HAWP is 1.1.2, which was last updated on November 11, 2021. ### What are the privacy features of HAWP? HAWP allows users to share photos and video stories to events they are attending, and check the vibe at social gatherings before attending. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.1.2 — 2021-11-11 - Fix notification issue ### 1.1.1 — 2021-10-15 Version 1.1.1: - Fix share event issue - Fix few UI issues ... ### 1.1 — 2021-10-06 Version 1.1: - News announcement - Show joined event on dashboard - Fix some issue. ### 1.0.2 — 2021-09-16 - Update your location on map when you move around ### 1.0.1 — 2021-09-12 - Fix chat issue - Fix story deletion issue --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-10.*