Do you feel that you have crossed paths with your soulmate but did not get the chance to start a conversation? With its mission of reconciling missed connections, Happn aims to help you out.
Released in February 2014, Happn is a location-based online dating mobile application that connects members who are geographically close to each other– particularly, those who have passed by each other already. With over 50 million users worldwide, the dating app matches members who have crossed paths in real life within the 250-meter proximity.
It is a free app that can be downloaded by iOS, Android or Windows users. However, to fully utilize its functions, you must subscribe to their premium membership.
Although sometimes dubbed as the "new Tinder," Happn is different in several ways. Check out below and see what we found out about this dating app.
Sign up using your Facebook account or mobile number
Finish registration in about a minute
Import your information from Facebook
Identify your gender preference right after creating your account
There is no screening or verification
There are two easy ways to create your account with Happn. You may link it to your Facebook account or register through your mobile number. With just a few information, you will be able to sign up.
These include your name, date of birth, and gender. Other data about your work, education and a description of yourself will also be asked but are not required. Before you can proceed, you will need to identify whether you want to cross paths with men, women or both.
After creating your account, you may already use your account's full functionality. Unlike other dating apps, Happn does not hold new accounts for verification and approval.
You may opt to hide some information on your profile such as age, last active date and distance
Upload up to 9 photos
Sync Facebook and Instagram photos to Happn account
Free viewing of profile photo
There is not much to see on a member's profile. Happn will only show a few information– your picture, name, age, gender, work and education, last active date, distance and a description of yourself. If you purchase a premium, you will be able to hide some of this information. You may upload up to nine photos to your account directly or by syncing your photos from your Facebook or Instagram account.
Providing useful information and photos that reflect your personality and interests are helpful for other members to know you more, and probably, like you. Unlike Tinder, which makes use of the swipe function, Happn does not require members to decide whether to like your match or not immediately. Other users have the chance to browse your profile first, so make sure you have a good one.
Although the app does not verify accounts, which makes ultimately leads to higher risk of running into fake accounts, users are allowed to report or block suspicious accounts for their privacy and safety.
Only members that are within the 250-meter range are given as match suggestion
Sending a message is only allowed to members who liked each other
Turn on the Invisibility Mode to stop crossing path with anyone with a premium subscription
Know who liked you with Happn Premium
Happn shows your matches based on the proximity and preferences you have set. Unlike other apps, Happn does not have a search function. Instead, it shows your matches based on the identified criteria– proximity and preferences of the user.
For security purposes, you can only send likes to other members. You may not message them unless they also send you a 'like'. This ensures that members only get to chat with people that they are interested in. Once two members send a like to each other, those members get a "crush" which is similar to a match.
To shorten the process, you can view other members who sent you a 'like'. In that case, you may get a "crush" and send a message instantly. This can be availed through premium subscription.
'Hello' is another feature to connect with other members. Unlike the Like function, Hello is not a secret action. A member can send a Hello to anyone that appears on their timeline and let them know that they want to start a conversation.
Happn has some unique features that can add more personality to its members' profiles. We have provided a list and brief description of each below.
Hello
Let other members know that you want to talk– send a Hello! Each member has ten free Hellos once they sign up. Once it runs out, you will have to purchase through a premium subscription.
Voice Messages
Happn does not offer video chat to its users. Nevertheless, you may send a voice message to your crushes.
My Music Selection
Sync Happn to your Spotify account. If you are a music person, show your personality better by sending tracks to your "crushes."
Crush Time
This in-app game shows four members that you have recently crossed paths with. You will then have to choose who among those members like you. Get it correctly to be able to send a message to that user instantly. If you have guessed it wrong, a 'like' will automatically be sent to the user that you chose.
I'm up for...
Show what you're currently up for the next six hours. Let the other members know that you are open to dining out, getting some drinks, watching a movie or simply going out or and taking a walk.
Uses an interactive map to discover people you've crossed path with for the last 7 days
Happn's clean and simple interface makes it a user-friendly application. Even if you close your app, Happn app will continue to track the places that you go to and get matches along the way.
If you are concerned about privacy, you may stop the Happn app from tracking for a certain time by turning on the "Invisibility Mode" with a premium subscription. However, unlike Tinder Places, there is no option for the users to block certain places such as your home, office or gym, which is inadvisable for safety purposes.
Nevertheless, you have the choice to schedule invisibility when you do not want to cross paths with other members. Pausing your account is another option, but your crushes will no longer be able to track you and see your messages.
Available for purchase after subscribing to Happn Premium
10 Coins
0.30 $ / Coin
2.99 $
60 Coins
0.25 $ / Coin
14.99 $
100 Coins
0.17 $ / Coin
16.99 $
250 Coins
0.16 $ / Coin
39.99 $
Free Services
Basic Matching
Sending likes
Chat with crush
Post status on your profile
View profile photos of other members
Fee based Services
Send up to 10 Hellos per day
Schedule Invisibility
Set your privacy settings and be more mysterious.
Remove ads while browsing.
CrushTime
Payment Options
Credit Card
Direct Debit
PayPal
Via Mobile Phone
Happn app finds users matches based on the provided preference and location. You can let other users know what you are up to by posting status updates on your profile. It is a free feature that you can use anytime. You may indicate whether you want to grab a bite, get a drink, catch a movie, go out, go for a walk or run.
On the other hand, the dating app has several paid features that you can also enjoy. You may know who liked your profile and send one back to get instant crush. You may also change your settings to “Invisibility Mode” to let you hide your account from other members on your chosen time. Once you activate this feature, your location will be turned off and you will not cross path with anyone in Happn.
Happn coins will be available for purchase after subscribing to premium. You will also get 10 Hellos per day automatically once you subscribe. These are credited to your account– 5 Hellos in every 12 hours. However, these Hellos do not add up and will be lost if you fail to use them within 12 hours.
Happn is an online dating mobile application that uses proximity and member preferences to match users. Its goal is to give people who have encountered in real life a chance to get to know each other. Given its location-based functions, the dating app might work well with people who stay in highly populated areas.
Happn seems to have improved a lot as its number of members grew significantly over the years. However, if you are a homebody or live in a low-population area, you might want to try other Dating Apps that we tested that may help you better in finding your match.
FAQ
Facts
Who owns Happn?
Didier Rappaport founded Happn along with Antony Cohen and Fabien Cohen.
When was Happn created?
Happn was created in Paris, France in January 2014.
How to download Happn?
Happn can be downloaded from Google Play, Apple Store, or Microsoft Store.
How to login on Happn without Facebook?
Aside from linking your Facebook account, you may use your mobile number to sign up with Happn.
Usability
How do you find people on Happn?
Happ has no free search feature available. You may only find other members when they appear on your timeline. Other members may appear on your timeline if you have the same preferences and if you crossed path with them within the 250-meter radius.
How do you know if someone blocked you in Happn?
In case you cannot find a crush or message/conversations with other members, it is possible that you have been blocked. To be sure, try to restart your Happn app then check again.
How do you unblock someone on Happn?
To unblock someone on Happn, you have to go 'Users Declined / Blocked' under the 'My Preferences' tab.
Do you still get matches when you log out of Happn?
Once you log out your account, you will not get any matches until you log back in.
How to start a conversation on Happn?
To send messages to other members, you must send them a 'like', and they should like you as well. You may not chat or receive a message from anyone if you have not both liked each other.
Membership
What kind of Facebook information does happn use to create my profile?
Signing up using Facebook will let Happn use some information from your account. This includes your first name, age, gender and most recent profile photos.
Is Happn dating app free?
Signing up for Happn is free. But you may purchase a premium subscription to get access to more features.
How to get Happn credits?
Happn credits can be purchased using your credit/debit cards, Paypal or mobile debit.
Security
Is Happn safe?
In case of crossing paths with other members, Happn does not disclose exactly where or how far you are. It just reflects that you are within the 250-meter radius.
Cancellation
How can I deactivate my Happn account?
To deactivate your Happn account, select "Pause my Account" under the "App Settings." This will completely hide your account from all other users, including the people you crushed and messaged with. No one will also cross path with you until you activate your account again.
What happens if I deactivate my Facebook account?
In case you deactivate your Facebook account, you will not be able to access your Happn account.
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