Hornet Stories

Hornet Stories is a feed-based app for queer people to connect with gay, lesbian, bi, trans, non-binary and queer users through chat, photos, videos, and LGBTQ news.


With over 35 million users, Hornet is the digital home for queer folks everywhere. Log on and customize your feed by following users with similar interests. Upload videos, post photos and comment on LGBTQ headlines. Develop a following by creating queer content, and users can send you redeemable Awards.

Whether you’re a gaymer, a drag-lover or are fitness-obsessed, finding your own niche and connecting to your community on Hornet Stories is simple. Explore queer hashtags, start a discussion in the feed, like and comment on posts, and chat with other users.

Hornet Stories is an inclusive, safe space for the LGBTQ community to express themselves, open to users of all sexual orientations and gender identities.

Our unique combination of cutting-edge technology and all-embracing community makes Hornet Stories safe and easy for you to share your experiences, find friends and meet people who understand and support you.

Hornet Stories, connect to your community.

DISCOVER
Browse the Hornet Stories feed to stay on top of all things LGBT.
Post and watch video stories showcasing queer life anytime, anywhere.
Chat with LGBTQ users around the globe using our unique virtual travel feature.
Find queer users with similar interests using hashtag feeds.
Apply filters to find exactly who you are looking for within the LGBTQ community.

CONNECT
Personalize your profile by uploading multiple photos and customizing your bio.
Chat with queer creators, send queer emojis and stickers, react with LGBTQ-inspired emoticons, send voice messages and more.
Send other users Awards for content you enjoy, and earn Awards on your own content, then redeem them for fun perks.
Meet gay guys, lesbians, bisexuals, trans, non-binary, genderfluid and queer people all over the world.

SAFETY
At Hornet Stories, user safety isn’t just important, it’s essential. We offer innovative privacy controls, advanced data security and safety tips geared toward LGBTQ users in at-risk countries. We authenticate users with the Hornet Badge and maintain a troll-free platform where queer users can thrive.

Support is free and available 24/7, with record response times.

Hornet Stories is a queer-owned, queer-run app providing a safe platform for the LGBTQ+ community. We do not tolerate any form of homophobia, biphobia, transphobia, racism, misogyny, sexism, ableism, ageism or religious discrimination.

HORNET PREMIUM
Hornet Stories prides itself on being the queer app with the most free features! Help support us by purchasing a premium subscription.
We provide flexible subscription options to suit your needs. You can subscribe to Hornet Premium for fixed periods or a low monthly rate.
As a premium subscriber you will enjoy your Hornet experience without ads, get access to features such as read-receipts, see more users and many many more!
Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase.
If you pick the subscription option, it automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period.
Subscriptions may be managed by the user, and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the users Account Settings after purchase.
Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable.

You must be 18 or older to use Hornet Stories
Privacy policy: https://hornet.com/about/privacy-policy/
Terms of use: https://hornet.com/about/terms-of-service/

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Facebook: @HornetApp
Instagram: @Hornet
Twitter: @Hornet