Suggestion Regarding Sex Work Policies in Countries Where It Is Legal
I understand and support Grindr’s efforts to ensure a safe, respectful, and legal environment for all users. However, I would like to raise awareness about the fact that in several countries, such as Germany, New Zealand, the Netherlands, and Uruguay, sex work is a legal and regulated activity. In these contexts, it forms part of the lawful personal and professional autonomy of individuals.
For example:
In Germany, sex work is legal and regulated under the Prostitution Act (ProstG, 2002).
In New Zealand, the Prostitution Reform Act 2003 decriminalized sex work, ensuring labor rights for sex workers.
In the Netherlands, sex work is legal and subject to municipal regulation.
In Uruguay, sex work is legal and regulated under Law 17.515, which provides for registration and health controls for sex workers.
Given this legal reality in various regions, I kindly suggest that Grindr consider evolving its global guidelines to be more adaptable to local laws and cultural contexts, possibly allowing room for consensual, adult sex work promotion where it is lawful and regulated.
This would not only show respect for local legislation, but also support the rights and safety of individuals engaging in legal sex work, who may use Grindr as a tool to connect like-minded adults.
Rafael
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Semper Fido
commented
Sorry, no. I don't come to Grindr to find sex workers. It's already flooded with Only Fans, masseurs, and more.. with the link of social media sites built-in, there's already way too many people using the app to make money instead of for legitimate chat/meet/date, etc.
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Andy
commented
Hey everyone,
Looking at it from a legal point of view, it’s true — if sex work is legal in a country, then Grindr banning it there is basically going against the law.
Like in many companies, and in COMPLIANCE PROCESSES in general, local laws should always COME FIRST.
Grindr might get into real trouble for blocking something that’s totally legal — at least in the countries where it’s allowed.
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Gustavo
commented
Good morning... I not only agree with this suggestion, I firmly believe that Grindr should allow this practice in countries where sex work is legal and regulated.
By suspending accounts of users who engage in this work, Grindr is restricting individuals’ lawful rights. This kind of ban can have serious consequences for the affected person — including depression, job loss, and financial hardship.
National legislation should always take precedence over the terms of service of an app. In fact, Grindr is banned in some countries precisely because same-sex relations are illegal there. The platform respects local laws by not operating in those regions.
That’s why it’s inconsistent — and even dangerous — for Grindr to disregard the legal status of sex work in countries where it is fully recognized and regulated. By enforcing global policies that override local laws, Grindr may risk future legal action or public backlash for violating users’ rights.
I encourage Grindr to reconsider its stance and adapt its policies in a way that respects regional laws and protects users who are acting within legal boundaries.