Lex is an inclusive, equitable, and accessible space for LGBTQ+ people to discover true connection.

What we love: How Lex prioritizes personal written expression over looks. The only visual element is your profile photo—and even there, many users opt for a meme or alias to maintain a mystique. To meet others (and encourage meaningful interactions), you need to be creative with your words!

Quick tip: On the Group tab, explore conversations about specific topics, such as baking, sustainability, or comedy. Once you’ve been accepted to a group, you can view messages from other like-minded people and share your own.

Meet the creator: Kel Rakowski developed Lex after coming out later in life and struggling to find her community. “It’s important to be able to start a relationship based on a personality more than a photo,” she says. “Language is so important to the LGBTQ+ experience—words are almost a subculture within themselves.”