Recon
In short: Recon is a dating and community app and website for gay, bi, queer, trans and curious men interested in fetish and kink. It is operated by T101 Limited, a London-based company that also runs Fetish Week London. Launched as a website in 1999 and on iOS in 2010, it is a long-running niche platform in the adult-oriented dating sector.
Key facts
| Type | Dating app |
|---|---|
| Headquarters | London, United Kingdom |
| Founded | 1999 |
| Status | Active |
| Website | recon.com |
| Description | Location-based dating app and online community for gay men interested in fetish and kink [Recon (app) - Wikipedia] |
| Launch | Launched as a website in 1999 and as an iOS app in 2010 [Recon (app) - Wikipedia] |
| Operator | T101 Limited, listed as developer and seller of the iOS app [Recon - Gay Fetish App - App Store] |
| Owner | Owned and operated by T101, which also produces Fetish Week London [Recon (app) - Wikipedia] |
| Headquarters | T101 is based in London (42-46 Princelet Street, London E1 5LP) [T101 - Creating Deeper Connections] |
| Company registration | T101 Limited, company number 03877939, incorporated 16 November 1999, active [T101 LIMITED - CompanyCheck] |
| App Store listing | Social Networking category, age rating 18+, premium membership unlocks unlimited profile views, all public galleries and advanced filters [Recon - Gay Fetish App - App Store] |
| Website | www.recon.com [Recon (app) - Wikipedia] |
About Recon
Recon is a location-based dating and social platform aimed at gay, bi, queer, trans and curious men who are into fetish and kink. Its App Store listing describes members choosing interests from a list of fetish categories, browsing profiles nearby or in other cities, sending a "cruise" to show interest, and messaging. The service also carries a home feed, member articles, a podcast, event listings and advertiser deals on fetish gear.
The service began as a website in 1999 and added an iOS app in 2010. It is owned and operated by T101 Limited, which is based in London and also produces Fetish Week London. T101 Limited is a private limited company incorporated in England on 16 November 1999 (company number 03877939). The App Store lists the app as 18+ in the Social Networking category, free to download with in-app purchases.
Recon has a free Standard tier and a paid Premium tier. According to its App Store listing, Premium unlocks unlimited profile views, all public profile galleries and advanced filters. For the dating industry, Recon is an example of a niche, adult-oriented service that has operated since the web-only era and has to work within app store content rules. Its iOS listing sits alongside the website, which is where some adult features have historically been offered.
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Questions about Recon
Who owns Recon?
Recon is owned and operated by T101 Limited, a London-based company that also produces Fetish Week London.
When did Recon launch?
It launched as a website in 1999 and as an iOS app in 2010.
Is Recon free?
The App Store lists it as free to download with in-app purchases. A paid Premium tier unlocks unlimited profile views, all public galleries and advanced filters.
Who is Recon for?
Its App Store listing says it is for gay, bi, queer, trans and curious men into gear and fetish. The app is rated 18+.
What is Recon?
Recon is a dating and community app and website for gay, bi, queer, trans and curious men interested in fetish and kink. It is operated by T101 Limited, a London-based company that also runs Fetish Week London.
Where is Recon based?
Recon is based in London, United Kingdom.
When was Recon founded?
Recon was founded in 1999.
Also known as: Recon - Find Fetish Men, Recon - Gay Fetish App, recon.com.