W | Bear

W | Bear brings together gay bears and their mates.

gNetLabs, Inc. · com.gnetlabs.wbear.app

Not rated yet 100K+ downloads v2.10.1 32.9 MB Android 6.0+ PEGI 16 · Medium Maturity

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At a glance

Latest version: v2.10.1 (375)
Updated: Aug 31, 2026 (1 month ago)
APK size: 32.9 MB
Requires: Android 6.0+ (API 23)
CPU support: x86 32-bit, x86 64-bit, ARM 32-bit, ARM 64-bit
Graphics: OpenGL ES 2.0+
Category: Social (app)
Listed since: Feb 25, 2021 (at least)
Permissions: 14 (5 sensitive)
Website: wbear.lgbt
Developer contact: [email protected]
Privacy: Developer's privacy policy

About this APK

W | Bear is an app by gNetLabs, Inc. in the Social category, listed since at least February 2021. It includes native code for x86 32-bit, x86 64-bit, ARM 32-bit and ARM 64-bit, so it runs on practically every phone.

It asks for 14 permissions, 5 of them sensitive, including precise location, camera and approximate location. The app offers in-app purchases through Google Play.

What's new in v2.10.1

• Dark mode — the app follows your system theme • VIP: the subscription list is no longer empty, and changing plan works • Large screens: comments and the menu are no longer cut off • Photos from your gallery upload more reliably • Signing in after a session expires no longer gets stuck • Content is no longer hidden behind the system bars • No advertising identifier is collected • Security, privacy and stability improvements

Description

From the listing uploaded by “appupdater”.

Discover W | Bear, the social networking app designed by bears, for the gay bear community. Build meaningful connections, share your world, chat with friends, and explore events – all in one inclusive space. Meet & Connect • Find friendly faces nearby or across the globe. • Explore profiles with shared interests and values. • Start conversations and build lasting connections. Share & Explore • Share photos and videos that reflect who you are. • Interact with posts by liking and commenting. • Use tags to connect with others who share your identity and interests. Stay in the Loop • Discover local and global bear events – from casual meetups to big celebrations. • Find out who’s attending and connect before the fun begins. Celebrate Diversity • However you identify – bear, cub, otter, chaser, or beyond – you’re welcome here. • Be part of a community built on friendship, authenticity, and mutual respect. Easy to Use • Create your profile in minutes. • Navigate easily with intuitive tools and design. • Keep conversations going across all your devices. W | Bear is free to download and open to individuals 18 and older. Premium subscriptions are available for an enhanced experience. W | Bear Terms of Service: http://wnet.lgbt/tos.html W | Bear EULA: http://wnet.lgbt/eula.html Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life.

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 “gNetLabs” This is the certificate of the Google Play version.

Store checks and file details

Developer signature verified Aug 31, 2026
Validated against Google Play Aug 31, 2026
Signed byCN=gNetLabs, OU=w-network, O=gNetLabs, L=San Francisco, ST=California, C=US
Signing certificate (SHA-1)2E:40:F5:5F:F2:D5:44:19:60:E3:74:82:CA:B3:ED:D0:17:56:2A:D5
File MD5954c70bedecd126bc9761072862c7b04
Uploaded by “appupdater” Gold tier · 117,810 followers · uploading since 2020

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Permissions (14)

W | Bear requests 14 permissions, 5 of them sensitive.

Approximate location Sensitive android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION
Camera Sensitive android.permission.CAMERA
Precise location Sensitive android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION
Read media images Sensitive android.permission.READ_MEDIA_IMAGES
Read media video Sensitive android.permission.READ_MEDIA_VIDEO
Full network access android.permission.INTERNET
In-app purchases (Google Play Billing) com.android.vending.BILLING
Internal broadcast protection (app-defined) com.gnetlabs.wbear.app.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION
Prevent the device from sleeping android.permission.WAKE_LOCK
Receive push notifications com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE
Run at startup android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED
Show notifications android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS
View Wi-Fi connections android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE
View network connections android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE

Required hardware & features

Camera android.hardware.camera
Basic touch input android.hardware.faketouch
Location android.hardware.location
Portrait screen android.hardware.screen.portrait
Wi-Fi android.hardware.wifi

W | Bear APK: questions and answers

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 W | Bear free?

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

Is the W | Bear 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. After downloading, check that the file's MD5 is 954c70bedecd126bc9761072862c7b04.