Swipebuster: The App That Could Expose Cheating

Good Morning America
7 Apr 201604:30

TLDRSwipebuster is a new website that allows users to check if their partners are active on Tinder, potentially exposing infidelity. For a fee of $5, users can find out when a person last logged on to Tinder, who they are interested in meeting, and view their profile photos, using just their first name, age, and general location. The site claims to be 99% accurate, as tested by Vanity Fair. Tinder disputes claims about a large number of its users being in relationships, stating that only 2% of users are married. The founder of Swipebuster, who remains anonymous, emphasizes that the main goal is to alert the public about the privacy of online information, rather than specifically to catch cheaters. The existence of such a service raises questions about trust in relationships and the appropriate use of dating sites.

Takeaways

  • 🚫 Swipebuster is an app that can potentially expose if someone's partner is cheating by analyzing their Tinder activity.
  • 💔 The app was created in response to the prevalence of online dating and the concerns it raises about fidelity in relationships.
  • 🔍 Users can find out Tinder habits of a significant other by providing their first name, age, and general location.
  • 📸 The app reveals when a person last logged onto Tinder, who they are interested in meeting, and the photos they've used on the app.
  • 📈 Vanity Fair tested the app and found it to be 99% accurate, except for common names in densely populated areas.
  • 🤔 Tinder disputes claims that a large number of its users are in relationships, stating that only 2% of users are married.
  • 🗣️ Tinder's response to Swipebuster is that it is simply consolidating publicly available information, not making private user data public.
  • 🙅‍♀️ Jenny, a woman who discovered her boyfriend's cheating through Tinder, supports the idea of Swipebuster but is taking a break from dating.
  • 📱 Jenny plans to ensure that any future partners deactivate their Tinder accounts if they want to date her.
  • 🎭 The founder of Swipebuster prefers to remain anonymous and has spoken to Vanity Fair about the app's explosive response.
  • 🌐 The main goal of Swipebuster, according to its founder, is to alert the public about the privacy of information on the internet, with busting cheaters being a secondary effect.
  • 🤔 Author Andrea Cachi suggests that using Tinder while in a relationship is a sign of potential cheating and that trust issues should be addressed before using such apps.

Q & A

  • What is the primary purpose of the Swipebuster app?

    -The primary purpose of Swipebuster is to allow users to check if their significant others are active on Tinder, by providing their first name, age, and general location.

  • What kind of information does Swipebuster provide about a Tinder user?

    -Swipebuster provides information such as when the person last logged on to Tinder, who they are interested in meeting, and a collection of photographs they have used on the app.

  • How much does it cost to use Swipebuster?

    -Using Swipebuster costs $5 per search.

  • What was the accuracy rate reported by Emily Jane Fox and her colleagues when they tested Swipebuster?

    -Emily Jane Fox and her colleagues found the site to be 99% accurate.

  • What is Tinder's response to Swipebuster tapping into their public information?

    -Tinder states that Swipebuster is simply tapping into and consolidating public information that is already available to fellow Tinder users, and no private user information is being made public.

  • What percentage of Tinder users are already in relationships according to some reports?

    -Some reports suggest that a large number of Tinder users are already in relationships.

  • What does Tinder claim about the marital status of its users?

    -Tinder disputes the reports and claims that only 2% of its users are married.

  • Why does the founder of Swipebuster want to remain anonymous?

    -The founder's desire to remain anonymous is not explicitly stated in the script, but it could be inferred that it might be to protect their identity given the controversial nature of the app.

  • What was the main goal of Swipebuster according to its founder?

    -The main goal of Swipebuster, according to its founder, was to alert the public that information on Tinder and the internet in general may not be as private as people think.

  • What is Andrea Cachi's opinion on using an app like Swipebuster to check if a partner is cheating?

    -Andrea Cachi believes that using an app like Swipebuster to check if a partner is cheating is crossing a line and indicates a trust issue.

  • What advice does Andrea Cachi give before using an app like Swipebuster?

    -Andrea Cachi advises checking in with oneself and asking why there is suspicion in the first place. She suggests paying attention to secretive digital behavior as potential clues.

  • What does the existence of a site like Swipebuster remind people about their actions on dating sites?

    -The existence of Swipebuster serves as a reminder that actions on dating sites are not as private as one might think, and it may encourage people to think twice before posting on such sites.

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🕵️‍♂️ Swipe Buster: A New Tool to Detect Cheating on Tinder

The video discusses the launch of Swipe Buster, a website that allows users to find out if their partners are active on Tinder, potentially indicating infidelity. For a fee of $5, users can input a person's first name, age, and general location to receive information about the individual's last login, their interests in meeting others, and the photos they've used on the app. The video features Jenny Day, who discovered her boyfriend's cheating through Tinder messages and now supports the use of Swipe Buster. Vanity Fair's Emily Jane Fox and her colleagues tested the site and found it to be 99% accurate. Tinder disputes claims of a large number of its users being in relationships, stating that only 2% are married. The company also clarifies that Swipe Buster is not revealing any private information not already accessible to Tinder users. The founder of Swipe Buster remains anonymous and emphasizes that the site's primary goal is to raise awareness about the privacy of online information, with busting cheaters being a secondary effect. The video also includes a discussion on whether using Tinder while in a relationship constitutes cheating and the importance of trust and communication in relationships.

Mindmap

Keywords

💡Swipebuster

Swipebuster is an application designed to help individuals determine if their partners are cheating by analyzing their activity on the dating app Tinder. It is significant in the video's narrative as it represents a tool that can potentially expose infidelity. The app works by using a person's first name, age, and general location to reveal their Tinder profile, including their last login, interests, and photos used on the app. This tool is portrayed as both a way to uncover cheating and a reminder that information on the internet may not be as private as users believe.

💡Cheating

Cheating is the act of being unfaithful or dishonest, particularly in the context of a romantic relationship. In the video, cheating is the central theme as it discusses the use of Swipebuster to detect unfaithful behavior. The script mentions instances where individuals have discovered their partners' infidelity through Tinder, highlighting the emotional impact and the questioning of the entire relationship that can result from such discoveries.

💡Tinder

Tinder is a popular dating app that allows users to connect with others in their vicinity by swiping right or left on profiles based on photos and short descriptions. In the video, Tinder is the platform on which potential cheating is discovered. The app's privacy settings and the public nature of some user information are highlighted as key factors that enable Swipebuster to function effectively.

💡Public Information

Public information refers to data that is accessible to the general public without any need for authorization or privacy settings. In the context of the video, Tinder's public information includes user profiles, which Swipebuster consolidates to provide insights into a person's dating activity. The video discusses the ethical implications of using such public information to potentially uncover private matters like infidelity.

💡Trust

Trust is the reliance on the integrity, strength, ability, or surety of someone or something. In the video, trust is a pivotal concept as it is challenged by the use of Swipebuster. The app is seen as a tool to 'trust but verify,' implying that even if one does not want to invade their partner's privacy by checking their phone, they can use Swipebuster to ensure fidelity. The discussion around trust also touches on the broader issue of digital behavior and secrecy in relationships.

💡Digital Behavior

Digital behavior refers to the actions and habits of individuals in the context of digital technology and online interactions. In the video, digital behavior is highlighted through the secretive actions of a partner on Tinder, which are indicative of cheating. The script suggests that being secretive about digital activities, such as constantly closing computer tabs, could be a sign of infidelity.

💡Anonymity

Anonymity is the state of being unidentified or unknown, which is a key aspect of the Swipebuster founder's identity in the video. The founder's desire to remain anonymous suggests a level of privacy and possibly a concern for personal safety or professional repercussions. This anonymity contrasts with the app's function of revealing information about others, raising questions about the ethics of privacy and exposure.

💡Vanity Fair

Vanity Fair is a magazine that is mentioned in the video as the medium through which questions were asked to the Swipebuster founder. The mention of Vanity Fair indicates that the app has garnered significant attention and is being discussed in high-profile publications, which adds to the credibility and public interest in Swipebuster.

💡Accuracy

Accuracy in this context refers to the precision or correctness of the information provided by Swipebuster. The video states that the app was found to be 99% accurate by Emily Jane Fox and her colleagues, which underscores the reliability of the tool in uncovering Tinder activity. This high level of accuracy is crucial in the effectiveness of Swipebuster as a means to detect potential cheating.

💡Marriage

Marriage is a legally or formally recognized union of two people. In the video, Tinder disputes the claim that a large number of its users are already in relationships, stating that only 2% of its users are married. This statistic is relevant as it challenges the perception that Tinder is primarily used by individuals seeking extramarital affairs.

💡Privacy

Privacy is the state of being free from unauthorized intrusion or surveillance. The video discusses the privacy of Tinder users, emphasizing that while Swipebuster uses public information, it raises concerns about how private one's online activities truly are. The debate over privacy is central to the ethical considerations of using Swipebuster and similar tools.

Highlights

Swipebuster is an app designed to help users find out if their partners are cheating by analyzing their Tinder activity.

The app can be used by providing a person's first name, age, and general location.

For a fee of $5, users can access information such as when a person last logged onto Tinder and their preferences for potential matches.

Jenny Day discovered her boyfriend's infidelity through Tinder messages, highlighting the app's role in modern relationships.

Swipebuster's accuracy is reported to be 99%, according to early users including Emily Jane Fox and her colleagues.

Tinder disputes claims that a large number of its users are in relationships, stating that only 2% of users are married.

The Swipebuster website consolidates publicly available information from Tinder, without revealing any private user data.

Jenny believes Swipebuster is a good idea and plans to ensure future partners are not active on Tinder.

The founder of Swipebuster prefers to remain anonymous and has stated that the app's main goal is to alert the public about the privacy of online information.

The response to Swipebuster has been explosive, with many people expressing gratitude to the founder.

A GMA Twitter poll suggests that a large majority of respondents consider using Tinder while in a relationship as cheating.

Andrea Cachi, author of 'Cheat on Your Husband with Your Husband', believes using a dating site while in a relationship is crossing a line.

Cachi suggests that before using an app like Swipebuster, individuals should reflect on why they feel the need to check on their partners.

The existence of Swipebuster may encourage people to think twice before engaging in online activities that could be perceived as cheating.

Digital behavior, such as constantly closing computer tabs, can be a sign of secretive actions and potential infidelity.

Swipebuster aims to make users aware that information shared on the internet, including on Tinder, may not be as private as they think.