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i definitely get this sentiment, but as someone who's used similar apps for other stuff, i prefer knowing that people who are viewing my profile at least had some email verification

yes anyone can use a throwaway email, maybe it's all irrational, but i know from user interviews i'm not the only one who feels that way

same thing for app vs web. there's at least a feeling that scammers/hackers/creeps on the other side of the world have less access to my personal info. again maybe it's fake, but the perception is there. (otherwise generally i would prefer web > app 100 times out of 100)




App is a dealbreaker for me also. Neat idea though.




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