Built by and for queer people, Lex is an inclusive, equitable, accessible space for all members to discover true connection.

What we love: How Lex prioritises 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 foster true connection), 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: After coming out later in life and struggling to find her community, Kel Rakowski created a text-centered app dedicated to connecting queer people. “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.”