Frequently Asked Questions
Everything about Groundr, the #1 Grindr addiction blocker app: how the blocking works, what it costs, your privacy, and how to start your detox.
Yes! Groundr is available worldwide in 150+ countries. The app is available in English, French, Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish, with more languages coming soon.
You pick the moments where Grindr is off-limits: every evening, weekends, or around the clock. During those windows the app won't open on your phone, even if you try. Under the hood, Groundr uses your phone's own controls (Screen Time on iPhone, the accessibility service on Android), which makes the block very hard to bypass.
Grindr doesn't launch. Instead, Groundr steps in: a short breathing exercise, a reminder of why you wanted to stop, and a concrete suggestion of something else to do right now. Most urges pass in under two minutes.
Yes. Groundr combines three things: Grindr won't open during the periods you choose, a daily journal helps you understand what pushes you to open it, and visible progress keeps you motivated. Many users report a significant change within the first week.
Absolutely. Your journal data and habits stay private. We never share any personal data with third parties. Your wellness journey belongs to you.
Groundr was designed with a deep understanding of Grindr and the gay community, but you can use it to block any dating app: Tinder, Bumble, Hinge, Scruff, and more. It works for anyone who wants to reduce compulsive app use.
Deleting an app is temporary: you can reinstall it in seconds. Groundr makes the app impossible to open on your phone, a real barrier you can't undo in two taps. Plus, it addresses the root causes: a daily journal to spot what sets you off, and guidance at the exact moment of temptation. It's a complete toolkit, not just an on/off switch.
No. Groundr is a support tool, not a substitute for professional help. If you're experiencing significant distress, we encourage you to consult a mental health professional. Groundr works great alongside therapy.
It counts the days in a row where you didn't give in to temptation. Each day you add your daily note, the count grows. If you go 48 hours without adding a note, you'll receive a warning before it starts over from zero.
Yes! Once your blocking rules are set up, they work offline. The blocking is handled locally by your phone's operating system, so it stays active even without an internet connection.
Once a month, you receive a written summary built from your daily notes to help you see what shifted in the past 30 days.
We know, it's frustrating. But for us to block it, your phone's operating system needs to see the app on the device. Without it, there's literally nothing to block. If having it on your home screen bothers you, hide it: on iOS, long-press the icon and pick "Remove from Home Screen" to keep it only in the App Library; on Android, hide it from your app drawer settings. It stays on your phone, out of sight, and Groundr keeps blocking it.