Tantan, the popular dating app in China which allows users to connect through liking each other, has been suspended from most download channels available in the country as government strives to clean up content in cyberspace.

Why is Tantan banned?

The statement claims the apps have been “stealing and surreptitiously transmitting users data in an unauthorized manner to servers which have locations outside India”.

Is Tantan Chinese app?

Tantan is a Chinese mobile social dating platform designed to find and interact with new people. The application is based on geolocation that offer matched up profiles with live group chats using text, voice and video, enabling users to find their perfect match and meet them in real life.

Can I use Tantan in India?

“Unlike other apps, you dont come across fake profiles on Tantan. Apart from our system, our moderation ensures that we curate real profiles,” Maheshwari said. “We are soon coming out with a verification feature in India where users can verify their photos with the help of technology.”