The Tea App, a platform where women can anonymously review men and share red flags about them, has relaunched with a new website. The app had faced major data breaches in the past, which exposed users' personal information, leading to its removal from Apple's App Store.
The company claims that it has strengthened its security features, including internal safeguards, access controls, and review processes. Users can now verify their identity through a selfie video or photo with a government ID, ensuring that only women use the platform. However, experts remain cautious about the app's safety and privacy measures.
The relaunch comes after a heated debate online about privacy rights and gender-based violence faced by women on dating apps. A rival male version of Tea called TeaOnHer has also emerged, but was removed from the App Store due to policy violations and content moderation issues.
According to the company, the new website aims to help put an end to a "chapter" of controversy surrounding the app. Tea's head of trust and safety, Jessica Dees, stated that the relaunch reflects an effort to broaden access to safety tools while deepening accountability across the platform.
However, experts emphasize that apps like Tea are not as effective as in-person communication when it comes to building trust and relationship-building. They argue that users should be cautious about sharing personal information on public sites and that stronger warnings should be provided about what can and cannot be shared.
In addition to the website, Tea has also introduced new features on its Android app, including an AI dating coach and a chat analysis capability called Red Flag Radar AI. These features aim to surface potential warning signs in suitors and provide users with advice for different dating scenarios.
To mitigate future breaches, security experts recommend that companies conduct penetration tests to identify vulnerabilities and repair security weaknesses.
The company claims that it has strengthened its security features, including internal safeguards, access controls, and review processes. Users can now verify their identity through a selfie video or photo with a government ID, ensuring that only women use the platform. However, experts remain cautious about the app's safety and privacy measures.
The relaunch comes after a heated debate online about privacy rights and gender-based violence faced by women on dating apps. A rival male version of Tea called TeaOnHer has also emerged, but was removed from the App Store due to policy violations and content moderation issues.
According to the company, the new website aims to help put an end to a "chapter" of controversy surrounding the app. Tea's head of trust and safety, Jessica Dees, stated that the relaunch reflects an effort to broaden access to safety tools while deepening accountability across the platform.
However, experts emphasize that apps like Tea are not as effective as in-person communication when it comes to building trust and relationship-building. They argue that users should be cautious about sharing personal information on public sites and that stronger warnings should be provided about what can and cannot be shared.
In addition to the website, Tea has also introduced new features on its Android app, including an AI dating coach and a chat analysis capability called Red Flag Radar AI. These features aim to surface potential warning signs in suitors and provide users with advice for different dating scenarios.
To mitigate future breaches, security experts recommend that companies conduct penetration tests to identify vulnerabilities and repair security weaknesses.
... I mean, strengthening internal safeguards is a good start, but how do we know they're actually being enforced? 
A selfie ID verification system sounds like it could be exploited in other ways, like phishing or something. And what about those AI features on the Android app? Are they just gonna use them to upsell us on premium content or something 
? I'm all for women having a safe space to share their experiences, but we need to make sure this platform is actually serving that purpose and not just making things worse 
. and what about data breaches? will they happen again? 
. i think its really important that users are cautious when sharing personal info on public sites 
. in-person communication is still the best way to build trust, imo 
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thats actually pretty cool. but we need stronger warnings about what can and cant be shared, too 
. its not just about security, its also about protecting users' mental health 
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. And let's be real, no app can replace the importance of face-to-face conversations in building trust and relationships 
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. And what about the data collection concerns? We already know how apps can get hacked 
. If it really delivers on its promises, maybe I'll give it another shot 
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They're trying to spin it as a way to show they care about users' safety and all that jazz, but let's be real, I'm still nervous about sharing my info on this thing. 
Still, if you're a woman looking for a platform to vent about your bad dating experiences, I guess this might be a starting point? Just don't say I didn't warn you! 
. I'm still not convinced that apps like this are doing enough to prevent harassment and abuse on dating platforms. We need to be super careful with our online info, you know? 
also what about them saying its just for women tho? like isnt that just creating more exclusivity issues? 
anyway i hope its relaunch helps put an end to all the drama... but lets be real, we gotta keep being cautious with our online safety 
like what's the point of Red Flag Radar AI if it just scans for generic warning signs? shouldn't it be more specific? 
like how can u have data breach like 3 times? 
what's wrong with the company? shouldn't they be more careful w/ user info? 
. We need to have real conversations about what it means to be safe online and how we can support each other in building healthy relationships 
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, she has this amazing tea tree that always smells so good, anyway, back to Tea App... I don't know how they expect us to trust them after all those data breaches 
they keep saying their new security features are top-notch but I'd love to see some actual proof 
like, where is the code review report? how do we know it hasn't been exploited already? 
I'm not saying it can't be a useful tool, but we need more transparency and accountability from these companies before I start trusting them 
also, why not implement some kind of mandatory reporting system for users who witness red flags being ignored by tea moderators? 
that way we can hold them accountable for doing their job properly. and btw, have they considered how this app might be impacting men's rights too?