When you’re using HUD App, you should feel completely in control of who sees your profile – and who doesn’t. That’s why we created Hide My Contacts. It’s a feature designed to protect your privacy, your boundaries, and your weekend plans.
Whether you’re exploring new connections or just enjoying the ride, your dating life should be your business, and nobody else's.
It’s easy. Head into your HUD App app settings and tap “Hide My Contacts”. From there, you can either:
Once you’ve done that, HUD App gets to work behind the scenes. If anyone you've added to that list ever signs up for HUD App (even if they use a different method like Apple ID), they won’t see your profile, and you won’t see theirs. It's mutual invisibility.
Everyone has their reasons. Maybe you don’t want your co-worker to know you’re on HUD App. Maybe your ex doesn’t need to know you’ve moved on (and up). Maybe you’d just rather not risk matching with your cousin. Valid.
We get that casual dating can be sensitive, and for some of our users, privacy isn’t just a preference, it’s protection.
HUD App has always been about giving you control over your dating experience. Hide My Contacts is one more way we’re helping you create a space that feels safe, fun, and judgment-free.
Because who you connect with should be your decision, not something you need to overthink because your boss is suddenly “just browsing.”
Will they know I’ve hidden them?
Nope. This feature is completely discreet. No alerts, no messages, no receipts. Just discreet silence.
Do I have to upload my entire contact list?
Nope again. You can choose to sync your contacts or just add specific numbers manually.
What if someone signs up using Apple ID or something else?
Don’t worry. Every HUD App user still verifies their account with a phone number, so the block will still work, no matter how they sign up.
The bottom line: Your time on HUD App is yours to enjoy, your way. And with Hide My Contacts, you can enjoy it even more privately – with whomever you want. Let us know what other features might help you feel safe, seen, and in control of your dating experience!
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