WASHINGTON POST – Friendship apps are growing in popularity, with Bumble reporting an 80% year-on-year increase in weekly BFF users. However, platforms such as BFF and Timeleft face many of the same challenges as dating apps, including ghosting, mismatched expectations, and difficulty building lasting relationships. While some users struggle to form meaningful friendships, others have found lasting connections through in-person events. Critics also question whether app business models encourage continued swiping rather than successful matches.
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