Want to stand out in the crowded world of online dating? Hily believes that authenticity is the key. The dating app encourages its users to unapologetically share their true selves, passions and goals and to bet on genuineness, every time.

What we love: Dating can feel like taking a big step out of your comfort zone as it is, so Hily aims to make the rest of the journey feel as comfortable as possible – starting with a tool that protects you from unwanted gestures. Consent Guard prompts you to either accept or decline an explicit message or photo before it’s delivered, to ensure you don’t receive anything unwarranted.

Meet the creator: Alex Pasykov from Ukraine is the founder of Hily, as well as LGBTQ+ dating app Taimi.