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may not want their photo taken but they also don't know how it's being used or stored. We've seen the Tea app leak, this is another disaster waiting to happen. Unlike the Tea app, there wasn't a vetting process where the selfie was verified before gaining access to the app, making it seem even more pointless. When I finally accessed the app, I found it incredibly hard to read as it's a dark grey text on a slightly lighter grey body. The first daily reminder at the top of my screen was too long to be fully displayed and I couldn't click on it to see the rest of the message. I found it odd that most of the support resources were just subreddits, especially considering that Reddit is not the safest space to disclose DV - not only is it a public forum but is used to facilitate human trafficking (sounds crazy but I worked with a client whose abuser sold her on Reddit). I also don't understand this app's forum functionality. Any type of chat or forum not only has different users and their profiles, but there are reporting tools in case they say something inappropriate or dangerous, whereas neither are present here, raising question if these posts and comments are real people. I also felt that the first physiological signs of abuse were barely scratching the surface and also is not necessarily the first thing a survivor needs to know. Overall I felt the app had good intention and some helpful info but feels like the developer whipped this together on an all-nighter.
Response from developer
Thank you for taking the time to share such detailed feedback. I appreciate your perspective as a domestic violence advocate and I hear your concerns about survivor safety and privacy. Regarding the selfie feature, this is used solely for gender verification and happens entirely on your device. No photos are uploaded, stored on servers, or shared anywhere. I understand this wasn't clear in the app, and I'm working to add a better explanation about how this works and why it's there. Your point about survivor comfort is well-taken. All data in the app (including any test results or personal information) is stored only on your device and never leaves your phone. You have complete control to delete it at any time. You're absolutely right about the concerns with Reddit. The app includes multiple types of resources beyond subreddits - including direct shelter information and support groups. But I take your point about the risks of public forums for DV disclosure. I'll reconsider how these resources are presented and prioritized. Regarding the forum functionality and readability issues: These are bugs that will be addressed in the next update. If you're open to it, I'd welcome any additional feedback to make this app safer and more helpful for survivors. Thank you for the work you do.
