Gay Men Flocked to Goose for Friendship. Some Still Feel Excluded

Users told WIRED that Goose—positioned as an anti-hookup dating app—has concerns including fake profiles and harsh acceptance standards. The report also cites inclusivity problems. Overall, this is a reputational headwind signal rather than a clear financial or market-moving development.

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Users told WIRED that Goose—positioned as an anti-hookup dating app—has concerns including fake profiles and harsh acceptance standards. The report also cites inclusivity problems. Overall, this is a reputational headwind signal rather than a clear financial or market-moving development.