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Jackd Review May 2024

DatingScout.com Author Chris Pleines
From: Chris Pleines
 • Reading Time: 3 minute(s)

Jack’d is an online dating platform created for gay, bi, and trans men who are looking for fun dates and relationships.

450,000 Members
 100 % ♂ 
Good For:
5 / 5
4 / 5
3 / 5
Success Rate:
0 / 10
38 / 10
33 / 10
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Age Distribution:
18-24
25-34
35-49
50+

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Jackd in 10 seconds

  • Jack’d was launched in 2011 by Cornell University as a location-based app for gay, bisexual, and curious men
  • Users can connect with fellow guys and express interest either in dates, relationships, or a one-time casual encounter
  • The app revolves around the principle of inclusivity
  • Has five million users worldwide
  • The app has occasional glitches
  • Available for iOS and Android users
  • Has a responsive customer service support
  • Offers general free services and options to upgrade - Learn more here
  • You can use Jackd for free
  • Pricing starts at $3.99 / Week - More Information
DatingScout.com Author Chris Pleines
Chris Pleines
Founder of Dating Scout and Author of the book "Online Dating for Dummies"
Jack'd is a refreshing app that promotes and contributes to lessening the stigma of homosexual dating. If you are looking for fun dates with like-minded individuals, try Jack'd.

Who is Jackd for and not for?

  • Singles who are into casual flirting
  • If you are looking for dates with no strings attached
  • For bi, gay, queer, and trans singles who want to meet like-minded individuals
  • Not for conservative individuals
  • Not for straight and uptight singles
  • Not for individuals who don't respect homosexual dating
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Jackd Pros & Cons

  • The app is available in ten languages
  • Jack'd provides a safe and secure dating environment
  • The app is available in 180 countries
  • Jack'd had privacy complaints in 2019 where private photos became visible to the public
  • The app crashes sometimes
  • The app doesn't have enough verification system to filter out fake profiles

How much does Jackd cost?

Can you try Jackd for free?

  • You can use or try the service for free.
  • All members can send messages for free
  • You can read the first messages in your inbox for free

Is Jackd expensive or cheap?

In comparison to other providers Jackd is low-priced.

Duration / Credits / CoinsCostsTotal
Jack’d Pro
1 Week3.99 USD / Week3.99 USD
1 Month9.99 USD / Month9.99 USD
3 Months7.33 USD / Month21.99 USD
12 Months4.83 USD / Month57.99 USD
Jackd Price Table
Free Features
  • 200 nearby guys
  • View and chat with guys nearby and worldwide
  • Browse the grid
    ?
    View profiles with multiple display photos
  • Share private photos
  • Search filters
  • Add guys to Favorites list
Premium Features
  • 500 nearby guys
  • No banner ads
  • See list of guys that viewed you
  • Unlimited swipe matches
  • See more detailed insights on people
  • Browse anonymously
  • Secure the app

Subscriptions are auto-renewed and can only be cancelled within 24 hours of the final day of your subscription period.

How can I delete my Jackd account and cancel my subscription?

Please find more information here

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Who is signed up on Jackd?

Members
450,000 from USA
Members activity
50,000 active weekly
Gender Proportion
0 %
100 %
  • Has five million worldwide users
  • Some members choose the "LTR" or "Strictly Friends" scenes
  • Most members are between 18 to 26 years old
  • Dedicated to all gay men around the world
  • Members have the option to navigate the app anonymously

Jack’d has 1.2 million users all around the world, spanning 2,000 cities in 180 countries. You'll find members with different backgrounds, interests, and appearances on the site but the majority of them are African Americans and Latinos. 

Even if the app markets itself for people looking for casual hookups or one-time things, some of the members chose the "long-term relationships" or "strictly friends" options on the app.

Members of the LBTQ+ community are gay, bi, trans, or queer. If you prefer to check out other members anonymously, feel free to do so.

Females
Males

Jackd Age Range and Age Distribution

  • 18-24
  • 25-34
  • 35-44
  • 45-54
  • 55+

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Jackd in Detail

  • Reading time 16 minutes
  • Lots of insider information for more success

How to Sign Up for Jackd

Jackd Signup
  • Registration is free
  • Register via email address
  • Profile details can be skipped
  • SMS verification is required
  • Image-based user authentication

Downloading the dating app is free. SMS verification is a must to continue with the process. Your email address will be your assigned username, but you have to create your password and screen name.

Since only a few fields are presented (some of them can be skipped), you can create an account in less than a minute. To prove that you're not a robot, you have to pass the image-based authentication process. In a grid of illustrated fruits, you have to pick the image of a guy eating a fruit. It's very simple.

Upon opening the app, you'll see the prompts about location and notifications. Location access will help the app find matches around your area, while notifications will allow you to always get the matches on time before they find another match.

Making Contact on Jackd

Jackd Message
  • Send 'waves'
  • Show interest in meeting personally
  • "Favorite" a profile
  • Get at least 200 available nearby profiles
  • Share private photos
  • See profiles who viewed your profile
  • Browse anonymously
  • All members can send messages for free
  • There is a chatroom

Jack'd allows its members to send and receive unlimited messages. Members can use the free search option to look for nearby profiles. Members can also add profiles on their 'favorites' list. Standard members get at least 200 nearby matches and 500 for premium users. Jack'd has an in-app chat feature available for all users. Members can wave at profiles they are interested in by sending 'waves', as well as show their interest in meeting personally. Members can also share private photos with other profiles.

Premium users can see who recently viewed their profiles and have unlimited swipe matches. Premium users also can browse profiles anonymously.

Jackd Profile Quality

Jackd Profile
  • Profile structures are detailed and informative
  • Not all members complete their profiles
  • Upload up to six photos
  • Add your own hashtags
  • See profile insights
  • The profile information can be changed later
  • Profile pictures are visible to everyone for free

Profile structures in Jack'd are detailed and informative, but not all members complete them. Profiles show information such as name, age, birthday, location, gender pronouns and identity, hobbies and interests, dating preferences, and physical attributes. Profiles also show insights where members can see how often they respond to messages.

Members can upload up to six photos on their profiles. They can even add their creative hashtags for faster searches. 

Since the app only has SMS verification to check profiles' authenticity, fake profiles may still be present on the platform.

Jackd App

Jackd App
  • Taking screenshots are not allowed
  • Available for iOS and Android users
  • Design is up-to-date and aesthetically pleasing for all ages
  • The app has occasional glitches
  • Can be used simultaneously with other applications
  • Available in ten languages

The app's interface is user-friendly and its functions are simple, making them easy to find and use. You might find some ads if you are a free member, but they are only limited to banner ads at the bottom of the screen, so they don't disturb your browsing. As a security measure against harassment and hate crimes, Jack’d has a new tool that disables the screenshot feature while the app is open on your device. The app is available in ten languages.

The SMS Verification does not respond fast so you need some time to wait before you receive it on your phone. But after that, you can proceed using the app already. The app crashes sometimes and has occasional glitches.

Special Features

Check out the app's special features here!

Who viewed you?

You can see who viewed your profile, and how long since they checked you out.

Swipe to match

By swiping right (essentially selecting "yes"; swiping left means selecting "no") on profiles, you can secretly match yourself with gay guys. If he swipes right on you too, you'll both be notified. This feature is available for guys near you and worldwide.

Insights

View data on a user like how often he responds to messages and what kind of gay guys he likes.

Anonymous browsing

Browse through profiles without being seen.

How can I delete my Jackd account and cancel my subscription?

Uninstalling the app will not cancel your subscription.

How can you cancel your Subscription?

  • You can cancel by managing your app store subscription

Will your subscription automatically renew?

  • Yes, your Jackd subscription will automatically renew. The notice period for opting out of automatic renewal is 1 Day.

Is there a money back guarantee and do you get refunded the full amount?

  • Usually you will not get back the full amount, it will be reduced by the time or credits you used for Jackd.

Jackd FAQ

Facts

What is Jack'd?

Jack’d is a location-based dating app for gay, bisexual, and curious men to find fellow men. 

Who owns Jack'd?

Jack'd is owned and operated by Online Buddies LLC.

How can I contact Jack'd?

You may contact them at media@jackd.com.

 

What is the average age of users on Jackd?

The average age of Jackd users is between 31-39 years. You can find more information here

Usability

Why is Jack'd blocking my device?

You've either deleted your account, Jack’d deleted your account, or your device previously had a Jack’d account and it was deleted. 

How do I unblock my device?

After deleting your account, you have to wait 30 days before your device is unblocked and you can create a brand new account.

How do I see who viewed me on Jack'd?

You have to upgrade to Jack’d Pro. You will see this on the left toolbar of the app.

Can you use Jack'd on a computer?

No, it's only available as a mobile app.

Why can't I login?

You either provided the wrong email and password, Jack’d deleted your account for violating their terms, you haven't updated to the latest version of the app, or their servers are currently down.

How do I download Jack'd?

Look for Jack’d on the Apple App Store, Google Play Store, or Window Phone Store. It's available in 180 countries; hopefully, your country is one of them.

How do I logout from Jack'd?

Swipe left to see the menu, select "edit profile", click the gear icon on the top right, and scroll to the very bottom where you'll see "logout".

How do I uninstall Jack'd?

Go to the app store of your phone, look for the "installed apps" section, select Jack’d, and click the uninstall button.

How do I change my password on Jack'd?

Swipe left to see the menu, select "edit profile", click the gear icon on the top right, and select the password field. You can change your password here.

How do I unblock someone?

You can't unblock anyone, so you have to really be sure before you block a user.

How do I delete my profile on Jack'd?

Swipe left to see the menu, select "edit profile", click the gear icon on the top right, and scroll to the very bottom where you'll see "delete account".

Why can't I upload pictures?

Check your internet connection, make sure your new photo is larger than 200px by 200px, uninstall and reinstall the app, try uploading through a different source, or try again in an hour in case the Jack’d servers are temporarily down.

Why can't I take a screenshot?

Due to the increase in LGBT hate crimes, Jack’d has disabled the screenshot feature for all mobile devices. Screenshotting can be a harmful tool: it can be used by vindictive men to take note of your details and plan an act of violence or they could post your private photos on Facebook/Twitter/etc., hence it was banned.

Security

Are my private photos accessible by the public?

In 2019, Jack'd had privacy complaints about private photos being shown publicly on the app. Jack'd has fixed this bug and paid a $240,000 settlement for the complaints. Since then, Jack'd has optimized its security measures to prevent this from happening again. No, your private photos won't be accessible to the public.

Does Jackd sell your data?

No, Jackd does not sell your data.

Was Jackd hacked in the past?

No, Jackd was never hacked.

How accurately does Jackd track your location?

Jackd tracks your approximate location.

Do your Jackd profile pictures or profile information appear in Google Search Results?

No, your Jackd photos and personal information will not appear in Google Search Results.

Who can view your pictures on Jackd?

All Jackd users can view your pictures.

Is your phone number required for signing up at Jackd?

Yes, a phone number is required for signing up at Jackd.

Can you erase your personal data on Jackd?

Yes, Jackd provides an option for users to erase their data.

How can I delete my Jackd account and cancel my subscription?

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Final Results table

Signing Up: 3.0 / 5
Making Contact: 3.0 / 5
Profile Quality: 3.0 / 5
App: 3.0 / 5
Real Life Review: 3.0 / 5

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Contact details

Company:Online Buddies LLC
Address:LD Interactive LLC P.O. BOX 425338, Cambridge, MA 02142
E-Mail:support@jackd.mobi
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