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Hawaya Review March 2023

DatingScout.com Author Chris Pleines
From: Chris Pleines
 • Reading Time: 4 minute(s)

Hawaya is an online application that helps Muslim singles find their life partners.

Hawaya unfortunately closed their doors and this review will no longer be updated. A good alternative would be Muslima or you can check out our category Muslim Dating.

10,000 Members
 50% ♀ 
 50% ♂ 
Good For:
5 / 5
4 / 5
2 / 5
Success Rate:
15 / 10
33 / 10
31 / 10
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Age Distribution:
18-24
25-34
35-49
50+

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Hawaya in 10 seconds

  • Hawaya have decided to discontinue in 2023 to be able to focus on other services that spark human connections
  • Hawaya is an online app that gives Muslims a chance to take their love lives into their own hands using a modern and safe approach
  • The app aims to find Muslims their best matches while also prioritizing security
  • Hawaya provides a fun and safe platform for Muslim singles to date seriously and build long-lasting relationships based on love, respect, and shared values
  • Hawaya is part of Match Group, one of the world’s leading affinity app companies
  • The majority of the members are from Egypt - Learn more about the community here
  • Although the app claims that all of its members are real, there are still several reports of fake profiles and bots
  • The app is available for iOS and Android users
  • Offers general free services and options to upgrade - Learn more here
  • You can use Hawaya for free
  • Pricing starts at EGP 69.00 / Week - More Information
DatingScout.com Author Chris Pleines
Chris Pleines
Founder of Datingscout and Author of Online Dating for Dummies
Hawaya is great in terms of keeping a great platform and offering unique features that will efficiently help Muslim singles find the one. However, the small population makes it almost impossible for members to find a partner on the app. 

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Who is Hawaya for and not for?

  • For Muslim singles looking for serious relationships and deep commitments
  • For Muslims who want to fall in love and get married
  • Muslims who want to find their perfect matches without compromising their religion and beliefs
  • If you're searching for erotic encounters with strangers
  • Singles who are into casual flirting with Muslims
  • People who are not interested in dating Muslims
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What we like and don’t like on Hawaya

  • The app is available in five languages: English, German, French, Arabic, and Turkish
  • Hawaya maintains a respectful Muslim community by following the Islam culture and tradition
  • There are many success stories of Hawaya that boost its members' confidence
  • The app has several reports of geo-location glitches that show profiles from far away countries even if settings were saved to only see 'nearby' members
  • Hawaya receives complaints about its customer support being unresponsive
  • The app crashes from time to time

Pricing

Can you try Hawaya for free?

  • You can use or try the service for free.
  • You cannot send messages for free
  • You cannot read messages for free on Hawaya

Is Hawaya expensive or cheap?

In comparison to other providers Hawaya is average.

Duration / Credits / CoinsCostsTotal
Premium
1 Week69.00 EGP / Week69.00 EGP
1 Month199.00 EGP / Month199.00 EGP
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Free Services
  • View profiles
  • Receive matches
  • Browse photos
Fee-Based Services
  • Send unlimited messages
  • Use Guardian Mode feature
  • Use Exclusive Mode

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

Please find more information here

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Who is really signed up here?

Members
10,000 from USA
Members activity
7,000 active weekly
Gender Proportion
50 %
50 %
  • Equal number of men and women
  • Most of the members are from Egypt
  • Membership is made up of straight singles
  • Most of the members are young adults
  • There are members from Western countries

Hawaya's members are mostly from Muslim countries like Egypt, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, Malaysia, Saudi Arabia, Indonesia, Qatar, and Jordan, but there is also a growing population coming from other countries such as the United States, Germany, Tunisia, Somalia, Serbia, the United Kingdom, Japan, and Russia.

Recently, Hawaya has officially moved into France and targets new European users along the way.

The number of males is equal to the number of females so everyone is sure to find a partner on the site made of straight singles. The majority of the female members are young adults who are looking for a long-term partner while the men are spread throughout the different age groups, mostly on the older age groups.

Females
Males

Hawaya Age Range and Age Distribution

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

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Hawaya in Detail

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

Signing Up at Hawaya

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  • Create an account using Facebook or a phone number
  • Join either as a man or a woman only
  • It will ask for your Muslim sect and location
  • Photo and facial recognition is required
  • You can join only through the free app and not on the website

Creating an account is easy but it's a bit tricky. The first thing that you have to do is download the app and you can start filling out their registration form there.

You may use your Facebook account or a working mobile phone number to verify your identity. After that, you will be asked for the sect you belong to and the location where you live for easier matching with Muslim single nearby.

To successfully join the app, you will need to pass a facial recognition test. First, you will need to upload your picture and then take a series of pictures from your phone's camera for the administrators to check.

Making Contact on Hawaya

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  • There is a chat feature
  • You can use the free search tool
  • Matching is based on location
  • Messaging is a premium feature
  • Engaging ice breakers provided by app available
  • Several communication features available

    To talk to other members, you can use the chat feature which works the same way as sending personal messages. You can also use the search tool to look for people if you are not satisfied with your matches list.

    But aside from these generic functions, there are several fun communication features that you can utilize in Hawaya if you are after a more customized experience such as: 

    • Facilitated Connections - You will receive engaging pickup lines to break the ice and start the conversation
    • Exclusive Mode - You and your match can go "exclusive" and talk to one another for the meantime while you decide whether they're the one or not
    • AI moderators - Safety is paramount while using the platform. There are AI and human moderators that check the conversations for prohibited content

    Hawaya Profile Quality

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    • Contains basic information such as name, age, location, and Muslim sect
    • Browsing photo albums is free
    • Members can blur their profile pictures
    • Invite a family member or friend to help facilitate your profile
    • Option to reveal your pictures only to connected members
    • Profile pictures are visible to everyone for free

    Profiles have enough details to let you know a person easily. The page contains the essential details such as location, name, age, and Muslim sect the member belongs to.

    You are sure that all of the pictures uploaded on the platform are real because the signup process requires a facial-recognition exam. Members will not be able to enter their dashboard until they pass this step. The details in the profile can be browsed for free, including photo albums.

    To help you find the most compatible match, you can activate "Guardian Mode" which lets a friend or a family member have access to your account without giving them your email and password credentials. They can check who is on your matches list, browse your inbox, and search for people through this mode.

    Hawaya App

    hawaya-app
    • Downloading the app is free
    • App is available for Android and Apple devices
    • The app has simple design and is easy to use
    • You can only use the services on the app
    • The app will take your device's geolocation

    Hawaya has a website, but you will only be able to use its features on the app. What's great is that you can download this for free on your Apple or Android device. You can only join through the app as the website only contains information about their services.

    Its features are easy to use and will surely like the modern take to the app. You will also do the facial recognition exam through the app which requires permission to use your camera.

    Special Features

    Hawaya has the following special features to make your stay even more worthwhile:

    Verified Community

    Hawaya makes sure that only real people will be able to join the site by implementing strict security features such as facial recognition. Only those who have passed these requirements will be able to successfully create an account.

    Blur My Photos

    You can choose to hide your picture to other members and reveal it ony when you connect with them using this feature.

    Guardian Mode

    Let trusted friends or relatives have a look at your account's dashboard to help you decide whether your connections are worth keeping and if you should pursue meeting them.

    Exclusive Mode

    This feature will make sure that you give your match your undivided attention vice versa. If you both commit to this mode, you will be able to exclusively communicate while on the app.

    How can I delete my Hawaya 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 Hawaya 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 Hawaya.

    Hawaya FAQ

    Facts

    What is Hawaya?

    It is a dating app made for Muslim singles. It has strict security measures such as facial recognition.

    Does Hawaya have an app?

    You can only avail of its features through the app although it has a website where you can check its offerings and updates.

    Who can join Hawaya?

    Legal aged adults 18-years-old and above may join, as long as they are Muslim singles looking for a partner.

    Does Hawaya have a website?

    Yes, it has a website where the administrators advertise the updates and features of the app.

    Can I join Hawaya if I'm not a Muslim?

    As of the moment, the app only accepts Muslim singles. You will need to be a member of an Islamic sect to be able to join.

    Is Hawaya free?

    It has a combination of free and paid features. However, creating an account is totally free.

    Is the Hawaya free to join?

    Joining is free, but you will have to use a working Facebook or phone number to finish registration.

    Is Hawaya's messaging free?

    Unlimited chatting and sending messages is reserved for paying members only.

    What is the average age on Hawaya?

    The average age is 31-39 years. You can find more information here

    Usability

    How does Hawaya's services work?

    The app will match you with nearby singles who are compatible with your preferences, or you can use their features such as the search tool to look for people.

    Can I delete my account anytime?

    Yes, you may delete your Hawaya account anytime by going to the Account Settings found on the drop-down on the upper-right hand of your dashboard page.

    How do I contact Hawaya?

    To get in touch with their support team, you may send them an email or visit the Help page of the platform.

    Costs

    Is Hawaya free?

    It has a combination of free and paid features. However, creating an account is totally free.

    Is the Hawaya free to join?

    Joining is free, but you will have to use a working Facebook or phone number to finish registration.

    Is Hawaya's messaging free?

    Unlimited chatting and sending messages is reserved for paying members only.

    Can you try Hawaya for free?

    Security

    Are there bots in Hawaya?

    The site requires email verification but other than that, it is pretty lenient on new members so there are a number of fake profiles found. Despite this, there are still reports of fake profiles and bots on the app.

    Does Hawaya require a profile picture during signup?

    It requires a profile picture right away to finish registration so you must ready one. You can import your pictures from Facebook if you want.

    How do I report a member on Hawaya?

    There is a report button present on every profile. All you have to do is to click on that and it will be submitted to the admins for verification.

    Can I write my personal contact information on my Hawaya profile?

    You will be banned if you do this and found by the administrators.

    Does Hawaya sell your data?

    No, Hawaya does not sell your data.

    Was Hawaya hacked in the past?

    No, Hawaya was never hacked.

    How precisely does Hawaya track your location?

    Hawaya tracks your approximate location.

    Do your Hawaya profile pictures and/or profile information show up in Google Search Results?

    No, your Hawaya photos and personal information won’t show up in Google Search Results.

    Who can view your pictures on Hawaya?

    All Hawaya members.

    Is your phone number required for signing up at Hawaya?

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

    Can you erase your personal data on Hawaya?

    Yes, you can erase your data on Hawaya.

    How can I delete my Hawaya 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:Harmonica IT, Inc
    Address:8750 Central Expressway, Suite 1400 Dallas, TX 75231, USA
    E-Mail:info@hawaya.com
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