[Washington, D.C.] – [November 25, 2025] – Internet Works, the coalition of Middle Tech companies committed to promoting thoughtful, right-sized tech policy, is proud to announce that Grindr has joined as its newest member.
“We’re excited to welcome Grindr to Internet Works,” said Peter Chandler, Executive Director of Internet Works. “Grindr’s experience operating a global platform with 15 million users in 190 countries gives them valuable insight into how thoughtful policy can support safety, privacy, and innovation online. Their participation strengthens our coalition’s efforts to ensure that technology policy reflects the realities of today’s diverse internet ecosystem.”
Grindr is the world’s largest social networking app for gay and bisexual men, with more than 15 years of experience connecting communities around the world. By joining Internet Works, Grindr brings to the coalition a unique voice at the intersection of technology, trust and safety, and user community empowerment.
“Joining Internet Works offers us a powerful network of likeminded companies to effectively advocate for policies and regulations that keep people safe while enabling product innovation that serves the unique needs of our community,” said Joe Hack, Head of Global Government Affairs at Grindr. “We look forward to working with Internet Works on thoughtful approaches to online safety, innovation, and inclusiveness for all.”
About Grindr:
With more than 15 million average monthly active users, Grindr has grown to become the Global Gayborhood in Your Pocket™, on a mission to make a world where the lives of our global community are free, equal, and just. Available in 190+ countries and territories, Grindr is often the primary way for its users to connect, express themselves, and discover the world around them. Since 2015, Grindr for Equality has advanced human rights, health, and safety for millions of LGBTQ+ people in partnership with organizations in every region of the world. Grindr has offices in West Hollywood, the Bay Area, Chicago, and New York. The Grindr app is available on the App Store and Google Play.
About Internet Works:
Internet Works is a coalition of 27 diverse technology companies working together to right-size regulatory technology policy to foster trust and promote safety online so that the Internet remains a place of limitless possibility and innovation. For more information, please visit www.TheInternet.Works.