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Free self-assessment

Am I Addicted to Grindr?

If you've ever deleted Grindr at 1 a.m. and reinstalled it by lunch, you've probably asked yourself the question already. This free Grindr addiction test is a 12-question self-assessment built around the patterns we hear about every day from our community: zombie-scrolling the grid, opening the app without even wanting to, checking who viewed you for a quick hit of validation, and losing whole evenings without noticing.

Each question takes a few seconds. Answer honestly — nobody sees your responses, nothing leaves your device, and there's no signup. At the end, this Grindr addiction quiz gives you a score from 0 to 36, an honest read on where you stand, and concrete next steps that match your situation.

One thing before you start: compulsive app use isn't a character flaw. These apps are engineered to keep you swiping. Recognizing a pattern is the first move toward changing it.

A self-reflection tool, not a diagnosis

This quiz is not a diagnostic instrument and is not a substitute for professional help. It's a structured way to reflect on your own habits. If your app use is causing you real distress, please consider talking to a therapist — ideally one familiar with LGBTQ+ experiences.

Question 1 of 12

On a typical day, how much time do you spend on Grindr — counting every quick check?

The 12 questions in this test
  1. On a typical day, how much time do you spend on Grindr — counting every quick check?
  2. How often do you find the app already open before you consciously decided to open it?
  3. The delete-reinstall cycle — have you been through it?
  4. Does Grindr cut into your sleep, your work, or time with friends?
  5. How do you usually feel after closing the app?
  6. Have you tried to cut back without managing it?
  7. How often do you open Grindr out of boredom or loneliness, rather than actually wanting to meet someone?
  8. How often do you check who viewed your profile, or count taps and messages, for a hit of validation?
  9. Do you need more time on the app, or more intense interactions, to get the same buzz as before?
  10. Have hobbies, the gym, friends, or dating offline taken a back seat to time on the grid?
  11. When you can't check the app — no signal, busy, phone out of reach — how do you feel?
  12. Do you hide or downplay how much you use Grindr from friends or partners?