# miniDot — Make real connections

> Story-based social app for making genuine connections and friendships. (iPhone/iPad app by Openmouse Studio.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/minidot/id1222407862 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Openmouse Studio](https://appshunter.io/developer/462140621)
- Category: Social Networking, Lifestyle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.20/5 from 13 App Store ratings · 55 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 21 MB
- Languages: American English, Chinese (Simplified, China), Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan)
- Released: 2017-10-19
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/minidot/id1222407862/reviews.md

## What is miniDot?

The strongest connections always come from telling your stories, so miniDot decides to bring a brand new experience to friend-making apps: no more large selfies, boring profiles and endless swiping games for random hookups, your stories will help you make real connections with new people.

Spare a little time to share your feelings and thoughts, and your stories will attract those who can relate to you and want to become true friends. If you are tired of swiping games, miniDot will definitely blow you away.

Features:
1. Daily prompts: interesting and thought-provoking prompts nudges you into writing personal stories to connect your life stories and new friends.
2. Murmurs: Share wonderful moments easily by limited-time murmurs to get connected with people.
3. Effective matches: your stories are the best conversation starters and conversations with strangers can't be easier.
4. Perfect distance: only people who like or follow each other have the chance to become good friends, no scams, bots and harassment.
5. Comment control: you can turn on/off comments on your stories.
6. Great user experience: our team had 3 apps featured by App Store in a row, a minimal but beautiful platform is provided for writing and reading.

miniDot Premium:
For extended features such as unlimited likes, unlimited follows and unlimited comments, get the miniDot Premium membership. miniDot Premium will cost you 4.49 USD per month. (price vary with different countries) 

miniDot Premium Payments:
Your payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Your iTunes Account will be automatically charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current subscription period unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current subscription period. You can manage subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal by going to your iTunes Account Settings after purchase.

miniDot Privacy Policy:
https://minidot.be/privacy-policy.html

miniDot Terms of Service:
https://minidot.be/terms-of-service.html

## Key features

- Daily writing prompts
- Limited-time "murmurs" for sharing moments
- Story-based connection matching
- Comment control on stories
- Minimalist and beautiful user interface

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| miniDot Premium | $1.99 | per month |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 55)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/minidot/id1222407862/reviews.md

### 5/5 — 在這裡找到我的老公

*2025-09-17, version 1.9.1*

可以不露臉也不怕被騷擾好讚

### 1/5 — 開發者沒有判斷能力

*2025-05-07, version 1.9.1*

被網路霸凌，卻被開發者停權。
如果心中有浮現人物，代表真的被說中了喔！

### 5/5 — 我很喜歡這裡

*2025-04-26, version 1.9.1*

請問為何一直閃退，無法使用？

### 5/5 — 夜間模式

*2025-03-23, version 1.9.1*

想請問能不能改善背景都是白色，對於眼睛容易疲勞的使用者來說，長時間使用容易不舒服的問題呢？譬如可以增加夜間模式🥹

### 4/5 — 蠻不錯的

*2024-06-26, version 1.9.1*

好用，有點像噗浪，不能放照片，沒有限字數，免費功能有限碎碎唸發文次數，回覆、按愛心也是。

### 5/5 — 可舒發情緖的好地方

*2024-04-12, version 1.9.1*

當你心情煩燥，無處可逃，將你的情緒化為文字，書於點點，亦可結識志同道合之知心好友，感謝點點給了我們這麼優質的地方

### 5/5 — 很棒的軟體

*2024-03-14, version 1.9.1*

如題

### 5/5 — 抒發情懷的好去處

*2024-03-05, version 1.9.1*

喘息片刻、 抓住那片羽吉光， 有些事你必須去感受。

### 5/5 — 可以盡情抒發你的心事 有共鳴的人能給予安慰

*2023-05-27, version 1.9.1*

可以盡情抒發你的心事
有共鳴的人能給予安慰

### 5/5 — 忘記帳密無法登入

*2023-02-26, version 1.9.1*

我朋友的點點無法登入
怎麼試都不行

## Frequently asked questions about miniDot

### What is miniDot?

miniDot is a social networking app designed to foster genuine connections through storytelling. Instead of focusing on profiles or swiping, it encourages users to share their thoughts and feelings through daily prompts and limited-time "murmurs." This approach aims to help users find like-minded individuals and build true friendships.

### How does miniDot help me make friends?

The app uses your shared stories as conversation starters. By sharing your feelings and thoughts, you attract people who can relate to you. Daily prompts provide inspiration for writing, and "murmurs" allow for easy sharing of moments, facilitating connections with new people.

### Is miniDot free to use?

miniDot offers a freemium model. Basic features are available for free, allowing users to share stories and connect. For extended features like unlimited likes, follows, and comments, users can opt for a premium subscription.

### What are the premium features and cost?

miniDot Premium provides unlimited access to features such as likes, follows, and comments. The subscription costs 4.49 USD per month, though prices may vary by country. Payments are managed through your iTunes Account and can be managed in your account settings.

### What makes miniDot different from other social apps?

miniDot differentiates itself by moving away from large selfies, boring profiles, and endless swiping games. It prioritizes authentic self-expression through stories, aiming to create deeper connections and friendships rather than casual hookups or superficial interactions.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.9.1 — 2021-12-07

- Support Sign in with Apple!
- Hotfix for crashing on the activity tab

### 1.9.0 — 2021-12-03

Support Sign in with Apple!

### 1.8.2 — 2020-03-09

Bug fix for the dark mode.

### 1.8.1 — 2020-02-28

Secret New Feature!

### 1.8.0 — 2019-05-15

Our engineer just picked up a stone named Time on the way back home. Our designer thinks using its power is a perfect fit for miniDot, and it's our honor to present you new feature "Murmurs"!

"Murmurs"
- It is a place for you to say whatever you want.
- Your sharing murmurs will disappear in the amount of time you choose.

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All apps by Openmouse Studio: https://appshunter.io/developer/462140621

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*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.*