Have you ever crossed a hottie at the gym and wondered who they are and if they’re single or passed someone on the sidewalk who looks like they would make a good friend? Or perhaps you’ve noticed a patron at the coffee shop who seems to work in the same industry as you?

A new app, Crossed, can connect you to those prospects you’ve just missed. Crossed gives you a second chance for that real-life meet-cute you’ve always wanted. It’s also a great app for making new friends and professional connections.

Crossed prioritizes proximity

If you’ve used other dating apps, chances are you’ve experienced being matched with people who might be interesting, but are located hundreds — if not thousands — of miles away. Through texting, you may even have become attached to this person who, it turns out, wouldn’t actually be practical to meet up with on a regular basis. The disappointment is real.

Unlike previous apps, Crossed prioritizes people in your location and prioritizes them according to users’ preferences. It’s a way to meet real people in your local community who are interested in the same things as you. That’s because Crossed uses sophisticated geolocation technology to identify people who have the same favorite haunts and tend to visit the same places.

For instance, maybe you are a runner, and you’ve seen someone else running through the park who looks interesting. If both of you are on Crossed, the system will point out the possible connection. Maybe you love hunting for vintage clothes in thrift stores — again, the system will also flag others who have the same hobby for your consideration.

Since Crossed only suggests matches who are nearby, your likelihood of forging real, long-term relationships increases. What’s more, to generate matches, all you need to do is go about your normal everyday life, visiting the places and doing the things that already come naturally to you. There’s no need to leave your comfort zone.

However, dating is only one of the app’s possible uses.

Using Crossed to make friends and business connections

Looking to make friends or business contacts online, instead of dating? Crossed offers three modes that operate entirely separately from each other: dating, friendship, and business.

If you’re not looking for romance, the app can still help you create meaningful platonic connections, build community, and level up your professional networking game. Being active in the Friendship and Business modes helps you meet new people while being transparent about the unwelcomeness of romantic interest.

In addition, Crossed takes user safety and privacy seriously by offering a “SafeMode” option that allows you to decide when and how to show your profile to each prospective match. This ensures that your profile remains hidden from others until you are more than 150 yards away, allowing you to blend into the crowd and maintain your privacy. SafeMode ensures you’re in control when you are open to connecting with others and when they can learn more about you

But that’s not all. Crossed will also show you all the modes your prospective matches are active on before you decide whether or not to acknowledge them. That way, if you would like to limit yourself to meeting only those who are also uninterested — or interested — in dating, then you can do so. Everyone’s motivations are stated upfront, which allows you to decide for yourself who would be a good possibility for your new best friend or business colleague.

Crossed also encourages users to verify their identities, which deters catfishing. Users have the power to block others and cut off contact at any time, and Crossed has a special team that investigates reports of inappropriate contact. All messages through the platform are encrypted, secure, and private.

Ignite your life with Crossed

Crossed will ignite your life with meaningful new friendships and business opportunities, and might just introduce you to the love of your life. To experience it firsthand, visit the app’s website and consider joining today.

– Manny Manzel, the CEO and founder of Crossed, is a visionary entrepreneur with a bachelor’s degree from the University of Tampa. He created Crossed to redefine networking with innovative technology that allows people to build meaningful connections, whether for romantic connections, friendships, or professional growth. Manny’s dedication and bold vision make Crossed poised to transform the networking landscape, empowering users to forge authentic connections.

By Manny Manzel, Founder and CEO – Crossed