HookedIRL vs Tipi

HookedIRL is your social wingman at real-life events. We make meeting new people simple, exciting, and real—right where you are. Whether you're at a party, a conference, or a wedding, HookedIRL helps you discover who's single and open to connecting—while keeping things fun, respectful, and secure. How it Works: Create Your Account - Sign in once with Apple, Google, or your phone number. Your account stays with you across all events you join. Scan the Event QR Code - When you arrive at an event, just scan the HookedIRL sign to join. Set Up Your Event Profile - Share what matters—your name, age, interests, and a photo. Profiles are visible only during the event you're attending. See Who's Here - Get a live view of other singles at your event. You can only be in one event at a time. Send a Like - Like someone? Send them a Like. If they like back—you're matched and can start chatting. Event Profiles Are Event-Only - Once the event ends, your event profile is no longer shown to others. Your account stays for future events. Secure. Authentic. Real. HookedIRL is built for real-world social moments—not mindless scrolling. With authenticated accounts, every person is real and verified. Secure sign-in with Apple, Google, or phone One account across all your events No fake profiles—everyone is verified Event profiles are only visible during the event Business event support for professional networking Perfect for: Weddings House parties Community events Festivals & concerts Corporate networking events Professional conferences Retreats and offsites Key Features: Secure account creation (Apple, Google, phone) Location-based event check-in via QR code Event-specific, time-limited profiles One-tap matching with mutual interest In-app messaging for matched users Business event support for professional settings Simple, modern interface built for speed and privacy Your Privacy Matters Your account info stays secure. Event profiles are only shown to others during the event, and you can delete your account at any time from your profile. You control your presence at each event. Whether you're looking to spark a romance, find a friend, or network professionally, HookedIRL gives you the nudge you need—right when it matters most. Download HookedIRL and never miss a connection again.

Tipi - Location-Based Ephemeral Chat Tipi revolutionizes how you connect with people nearby. Create and discover chat rooms based on your geographic location, featuring real-time messaging, proximity notifications, and comprehensive media sharing. KEY FEATURES: Location-Based Discovery Find and join chat rooms near you. Rooms are tied to physical locations, making it easy to connect with people in your area. Real-Time Messaging Send text messages, images, videos, and documents. Messages are automatically compressed for fast delivery, and rooms expire after 24 hours for privacy. Contact Notifications Get notified when your contacts join nearby rooms. Privacy-first contact matching uses hashed phone numbers - we never see your raw contacts. Privacy-First Design - HMAC hashing for contact privacy - No location history stored - Optional password-protected rooms - Comprehensive privacy controls Media Sharing Share photos, videos, and documents with smart compression. Inline playback and secure sharing with no URL exposure. Room Administration Create rooms with owner/admin roles. Ban users, set passwords, and manage your space. International Support Available in English and Hebrew with full RTL support. SAFETY & SECURITY: - Zero tolerance for harmful content - Content moderation and reporting - Age verification (13+) - Child safety protections Tipi is perfect for: - Event attendees (concerts, festivals, conferences) - Students (campus communities) - Travelers and tourists - Local communities - Anyone looking to connect with people nearby Privacy and security are at the core of everything we do. Your location is only used to show nearby rooms - we don't store location history. Contact matching is opt-in and uses secure hashing. Download Tipi today and start connecting with your local community!