u4Bear: Gay Dating & Chat

Gay Bear Community: Gay Connections and Dating

Aplicaciones y Recursos · com.aplicacionesyrecursos.u4bear

Not rated yet 500K+ downloads v18.1.7 8.8 MB Android 9+ PEGI 16 · Medium Maturity

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At a glance

Latest version: v18.1.7 (251817)
Updated: Aug 31, 2026 (1 month ago)
APK size: 8.8 MB
Requires: Android 9+ (API 28)
CPU support: Any (no native code)
Category: Dating (app)
Listed since: Mar 25, 2022 (at least)
Permissions: 19 (4 sensitive)
Website: u4bear.com
Developer contact: [email protected]
Privacy: Developer's privacy policy

About this APK

u4Bear: Gay Dating & Chat is an app by Aplicaciones y Recursos in the Dating category, listed since at least March 2022. It has no native code, so it runs on any Android processor.

Since version 17.0.11, the APK grew from 5.3 MB to 8.8 MB and the minimum Android version rose from 7.1 to 9. It asks for 19 permissions, 4 of them sensitive, including precise location, camera and record audio. It asks for the same permissions as version 18.1.6. The app offers in-app purchases through Google Play.

What's new in v18.1.7

u4Bear is turning 15 years old!!! And we’re stronger than ever. Have you seen our improvements and how fast our app is? As always, with the unique style and quality of u4Bear. What you find on u4Bear, you won’t find anywhere else. Thank you all for your trust all these years! Here’s to another 15 years, at least!

Description

From the listing uploaded by “appupdater”.

Take control of your love life and join the most exciting gay community with u4bear. Our dating app is exclusively designed for gay men, offering a unique and authentic experience to find meaningful connections and explore relationships in a safe and friendly environment. Key Features: 🌈 Local Encounters: Connect with gay men nearby and discover new friendships or even true love in your area. Explore interesting profiles and swipe right to show interest. With u4bear, meeting like-minded people has never been easier! 💬 Instant Messaging: Communicate with your matches limitlessly through our integrated messaging system. Break the ice, share interests, and build genuine connections with men who share your tastes and interests. 🌍 Explore the World: Whether you travel frequently or are planning to do so, u4bear allows you to connect with gay men from around the world. Expand your horizons, make international friends, and discover new cultures through our advanced search tools. 🔒 Safety and Privacy: We take your safety and privacy seriously. Our platform features robust data protection measures and profile verification to ensure you enjoy a secure experience free from fake profiles. 🌟 Complete and Authentic Profiles: Create an eye-catching and appealing profile with our customization options. Showcase your personality and highlight your interests, hobbies, and preferences, enabling other users to get to know you better. Join u4bear today and discover why we are the choice of gay men worldwide. With our intuitive app and unique features, we invite you to explore new connections, find love, and experience genuine moments within the gay bear community. Download u4bear now and take the first step toward exciting possibilities!

Version history

5 versions are listed, going back to v17.0.11. New versions arrive here every few months. Since v18.1.5 it requires Android 9+.

v18.1.7 LATEST Aug 31, 2026 8.8 MB TRUSTED v18.1.6 Aug 26, 2026 4.5 MB TRUSTED v18.1.5 Apr 24, 2026 4.5 MB TRUSTED v18.1.0 Feb 6, 2026 2.4 MB TRUSTED v17.0.11 Nov 10, 2025 5.3 MB TRUSTED

All 5 versions

Security & authenticity

Security rating: Trusted

Signing certificate

Signature matches the Google Play version Checked by the source store on Aug 31, 2026.
Certificate issued to “Aplicaciones y Recursos” This is the certificate of the Google Play version.
Same certificate as the 4 other versions checked

Store checks and file details

Developer signature verified Aug 31, 2026
Validated against Google Play Aug 31, 2026
Signed byCN=Alberto Valenzuela, OU=Aplicaciones y Recursos, O=Aplicaciones y Recursos, L=Pamplona, ST=Navarra, C=ES
Signing certificate (SHA-1)30:48:A1:FE:B0:1E:12:D8:0D:8A:DE:21:7C:4C:6E:4E:09:49:D1:1B
File MD5dd1a247fe6fa174ab9faa19947980fa5
Uploaded by “appupdater” Gold tier · 117,810 followers · uploading since 2020

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Permissions (19)

u4Bear: Gay Dating & Chat requests 19 permissions, 4 of them sensitive.

Approximate location Sensitive android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION
Camera Sensitive android.permission.CAMERA
Precise location Sensitive android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION
Record audio (microphone) Sensitive android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO
Autofocus (custom) android.hardware.camera.autofocus
Bluetooth android.permission.BLUETOOTH
Bluetooth admin android.permission.BLUETOOTH_ADMIN
Flashlight android.permission.FLASHLIGHT
Full network access android.permission.INTERNET
Google Play install referrer com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE
In-app purchases (Google Play Billing) com.android.vending.BILLING
Internal broadcast protection (app-defined) com.aplicacionesyrecursos.u4bear.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION
Modify audio settings android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS
Prevent the device from sleeping android.permission.WAKE_LOCK
Receive push notifications com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE
Show notifications android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS
Use biometric hardware android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC
Use fingerprint hardware android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT
View network connections android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE

Required hardware & features

Bluetooth android.hardware.bluetooth
Camera android.hardware.camera
Basic touch input android.hardware.faketouch
Location android.hardware.location
GPS android.hardware.location.gps
Microphone android.hardware.microphone
Portrait screen android.hardware.screen.portrait

u4Bear: Gay Dating & Chat APK: questions and answers

Is there a version of u4Bear: Gay Dating & Chat for older Android phones?

The current version needs Android 9 or later. Version 18.1.0 is the newest listed build that installs on Android 8.0 and later. Get version 18.1.0 · All versions

Can I install this APK over the version I already have?

Yes, if your installed copy is older. It is signed like the Google Play version, so Android installs it as an update and keeps your data.

Is u4Bear: Gay Dating & Chat free?

The APK is free to download, but the app offers in-app purchases through Google Play.

Is the u4Bear: Gay Dating & Chat APK safe?

No one can promise that a file is safe, but some things can be checked. The source store rates this file Trusted. Its signature matches the Google Play version. It is signed with the same certificate as the 4 other versions checked. After downloading, check that the file's MD5 is dd1a247fe6fa174ab9faa19947980fa5.