✓ Be a real, recognizable person
Use your real first name and a photo or avatar that represents you. No catfishing, no impersonation, no celebrity headshots.
✓ Keep it platonic
Linger is for friendship. If you're looking for romance, use a dating app. Hitting on people through Linger is a fast way to get reported.
✓ Show up when you commit
If you make a plan, show up. Repeated no-shows or last-minute cancellations affect your matching and may lead to account restrictions.
✗ No hate or harassment
Slurs, threats, racism, transphobia, homophobia, ableism, or any form of targeted abuse will get your account permanently banned. No warnings.
✗ No solicitation or business pitches
This includes selling products, recruiting for MLMs, religious proselytizing, political organizing, and "just want to network" meetups.
✗ No NSFW content
Photos, messages, or profile content of a sexual nature are removed and the account suspended.
Reporting
Tap ⋯ on any profile or message to report. Our trust & safety team reviews reports within 24 hours, and serious reports within 1 hour. AI-assisted triage helps us prioritize urgent reports the moment they come in — but a human always makes the final call.
Consequences
Minor violations get a warning. Repeat or serious violations get a temporary suspension. Anything in the ✗ list above is grounds for an immediate, permanent ban.