More Sex, Dating & Relationships
Tinder adds Pride profile stickers for LGBTQ users and allies
Examples include "My First Pride" and "Proud Ally."
![tinder pride badges](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/05CXNnjQqQlUdJr9bE4HQJM/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1717782567.png)
![tinder pride badges](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/05CXNnjQqQlUdJr9bE4HQJM/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1717782567.png)
Does Tinder notify users when you take a screenshot?
You've screenshotted a particularly interesting conversation on Tinder. Will your match know?
![tinder on app with red heart background](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/07La8fQvJVrcshoZkRJN7OK/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1717701534.jpg)
![tinder on app with red heart background](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/07La8fQvJVrcshoZkRJN7OK/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1717701534.jpg)
How to unblock Grindr
Grindr is restricted in several countries. Here's how to get around that.
By Anna Iovine
![someone tapping grindr on a phone](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/03BY4TU3ujWJKSKbpQT7NKE/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1717519189.jpg)
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Grindr celebrates Pride with cross-country 'Grindr Rides America' bus tour
Get in, hunty! Grindr's bringing free HIV testing, PrEP resources, and a full-service photography studio to LGBTQ communities nationwide.
![Grindr Rides America Tour logo](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/06H1TZK9hpgm5P0AxHi2C5p/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1717012899.png)
![Grindr Rides America Tour logo](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/06H1TZK9hpgm5P0AxHi2C5p/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1717012899.png)
'No-launch' is the latest Instagram dating trend
Some couples are opting to not post about their relationship at all.
By Brianna Holt
![couple sitting in park looking at each other surrounded by other people on their phones](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/048sumy9XK3LNB6uHeHQRJ7/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1717078820.jpg)
![couple sitting in park looking at each other surrounded by other people on their phones](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/048sumy9XK3LNB6uHeHQRJ7/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1717078820.jpg)
Playboy Pleasure just dropped three new sex toys — two have a detachable cock ring base
The new line features an innovative thruster, a G-spot/P-spot vibrator, and a bullet vibe.
![Playboy Pleasure Match Play and Mix & Match](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/04OCusrfcE5FZ7nOtzGIZSp/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1717080676.png)
![Playboy Pleasure Match Play and Mix & Match](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/04OCusrfcE5FZ7nOtzGIZSp/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1717080676.png)
What happens at a sensual masturbation workshop? Well, it blew my mind.
How do you masturbate in a room of strangers?
By Mary Morgan
![Illustration of a Black woman sitting with crossed legs, surrounded by sex toys, incense, a mirror.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/02G3dpuXQ5Wh5jN7rtoY0SR/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1717067550.jpg)
![Illustration of a Black woman sitting with crossed legs, surrounded by sex toys, incense, a mirror.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/02G3dpuXQ5Wh5jN7rtoY0SR/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1717067550.jpg)
The major dating apps are collapsing into each other
Years ago, dating apps had variations. Lately, they're all starting to look the same.
By Anna Iovine
![a lab where tinder, bumble, hinge, and feeld are becoming one app](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/00AG7g74n3yXHb2qCIoPDBZ/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1716916726.jpg)
![a lab where tinder, bumble, hinge, and feeld are becoming one app](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/00AG7g74n3yXHb2qCIoPDBZ/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1716916726.jpg)
Celebrity-voiced erotica is the new frontier in online celeb thirst
The age of AI brings celeb consent into question.
By Chase DiBenedetto and Elena Cavender
![A collage of photos of Jesse Williams and Andrew Scott around a woman fanning herself in front of the computer.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/00PHylz5sHvh5i8ErK1g23x/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1716492062.jpg)
![A collage of photos of Jesse Williams and Andrew Scott around a woman fanning herself in front of the computer.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/00PHylz5sHvh5i8ErK1g23x/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1716492062.jpg)
Is it ever OK to 'hookup' over LinkedIn, Strava, and other non-dating apps?
Romantic advances over these apps are becoming more common. Is it safe, or a rejection of boundaries?
By Charley Ross
![woman sitting on laptop with heart bubbles and roses around her](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/01YHm5hYELxQujWEFNoRkJP/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1716224302.jpg)
![woman sitting on laptop with heart bubbles and roses around her](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/01YHm5hYELxQujWEFNoRkJP/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1716224302.jpg)
What's Duolicious? I tried the 4chan dating app.
The most chronically-online people you know got their own dating app.
![Picture of two phones displaying a cutsey anime girl and a pepe the frog](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/01qNlzn6fLBg18JSPW6h0Hb/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1716054239.png)
![Picture of two phones displaying a cutsey anime girl and a pepe the frog](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/01qNlzn6fLBg18JSPW6h0Hb/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1716054239.png)
What are parasocial relationships?
They've existed for thousands of years — but social media changed everything.
By Anna Iovine
![person in silhouette holding phone in front of backdrop of portraits](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/06fCrltGsYf76HQufFoTKZv/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1666361228.png)
![person in silhouette holding phone in front of backdrop of portraits](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/06fCrltGsYf76HQufFoTKZv/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1666361228.png)
Sex education is under threat in the UK. What's going on?
It’s been 20 years since LGBTQ+ sex ed was made legal and now it’s at threat once again.
By Beth Ashley
![The words 'sex education' on a chalkboard, surrounded by drawings depicting various sex and relationship related themes.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/01MiKJTrFpAifvXQZmr6scg/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1712165115.jpg)
![The words 'sex education' on a chalkboard, surrounded by drawings depicting various sex and relationship related themes.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/01MiKJTrFpAifvXQZmr6scg/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1712165115.jpg)
Forget the slow burn, Gen Z loves a failmarriage
From 'Succession' to 'Challengers,' online fans can't get enough of these problematic relationships.
![Two photos, one of Succession's Tom and Shiv and the other of Challengers' Art and Tashi both ripped apart.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/03BKYR6auyYQ13Hm43SSAPH/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1715635022.jpg)
![Two photos, one of Succession's Tom and Shiv and the other of Challengers' Art and Tashi both ripped apart.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/03BKYR6auyYQ13Hm43SSAPH/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1715635022.jpg)
The women getting guys to rate their nudes on Reddit
You’ll see post after post of people – mainly women – posting captions like "Rate my body please (f)," "19 (f) honesty/advice appreciated."
By Becky Burgum
![Illustration of women of all shapes, sizes, and skin tones.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/00VtIniOSAWm3TX633hlJRr/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1715605970.jpg)
![Illustration of women of all shapes, sizes, and skin tones.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/00VtIniOSAWm3TX633hlJRr/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1715605970.jpg)
Hinge tests unanswered message limit to 'reduce burnout'
Your Turn Limits will prevent you from 'liking' anyone new if you have eight or more unanswered messages from matches.
By Anna Iovine
![Hinge on phone showing banner on top of chats stating, 'You're at the limit.'](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/02C5LtLzEIsNPn9cJPySd54/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1715375576.png)
![Hinge on phone showing banner on top of chats stating, 'You're at the limit.'](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/02C5LtLzEIsNPn9cJPySd54/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1715375576.png)
How the internet became a breeding ground for slutshaming
No one ever deserves to be slutshamed for their sexual expression, on or offline.
By Beth Ashley
![A photo composite showing the front cover of Sluts by Beth Ashley, which features the word 'Sluts' in fuschia pink on a turquoise background. On the right: a headshot of Beth Ashley, wearing a stripy multi-coloured sweater.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/02uxlGzqgPUmpnHxCu0HXKP/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1715161922.png)
![A photo composite showing the front cover of Sluts by Beth Ashley, which features the word 'Sluts' in fuschia pink on a turquoise background. On the right: a headshot of Beth Ashley, wearing a stripy multi-coloured sweater.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/02uxlGzqgPUmpnHxCu0HXKP/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1715161922.png)
How to use Bumble, and is it better than Tinder?
The dating app known for letting only women message first has switched things up recently.
By Anna Iovine
![A hand over a smartphone displaying the Bumble logo.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/01IJ65XaTzvUuIvX4316kGs/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1632939914.jpg)
![A hand over a smartphone displaying the Bumble logo.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/01IJ65XaTzvUuIvX4316kGs/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1632939914.jpg)
Bumble revamps the 'first move' and other features
The dating app "evolves" women making the first move with a concept called Opening Moves.
By Anna Iovine
![white hands with red polish hold phone with bumble logo on it](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/000LdBuBhkySeG0ikazCTve/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1714318697.jpg)
![white hands with red polish hold phone with bumble logo on it](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/000LdBuBhkySeG0ikazCTve/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1714318697.jpg)