Slowly: Make Global Friends

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4.4
123K reviews
5M+
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Editors' choice
Content rating
Teen
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About this app

Slowly: Build Authentic Friendships at Your Own Pace

"In a world dominated by instant messaging, meaningful connections have become a rare luxury."

Slowly reimagines the art of correspondence, offering a unique way to make friends. Through thoughtfully written letters, connect with penpals around the world and explore the beauty of cultural and linguistic exchange. Rediscover the joy of anticipation and dive into the depth of heartfelt, written conversations.

Designed for those who prefer to take their time and focus on genuine connections, Slowly brings back the charm of traditional penpals. Each letter takes time to arrive—anywhere from a few hours to a few days—depending on the distance between you and your new friend. Whether you’re looking for foreign friends, a language exchange partner, or simply a quiet space to write a meaningful letter, Slowly is here for you.

Key Features:

► Distance-Based Letter Delivery
Each letter travels at a speed that reflects the physical distance between you and your friend, creating a sense of anticipation. With no pressure to respond instantly, you have time to reflect, compose your thoughts, and share your story. This slower pace nurtures deeper and more meaningful connections.

► Collect Over 2,000 Unique Stamps
Turn every letter into an adventure by collecting unique regional stamps from across the globe. These stamps add a personal and cultural touch to your correspondence, serving as mementos of the friendships you create.

► A Safe and Secure Space for Everyone
No photos, no real names—just your thoughts, shared in a secure and stress-free environment. Whether you're an introvert looking for deeper conversations or someone who values privacy, Slowly offers a safe place to express yourself and connect authentically.

► Unlimited Letters, Always Free
Enjoy the art of writing without limits—send and receive as many letters as you like, completely free. Optional premium features are available to enhance your experience and meet your unique needs.

Who is Slowly For?

- Anyone looking to make friends at their own pace, free from the rush of instant communication.
- Language learners seeking partners for meaningful language exchange.
- People who love writing letters and want to explore different cultures.
- Introverts and thoughtful individuals who prefer calm, meaningful interactions.
- Anyone hoping to meet new friends from all over the world.

Slowly: Authentic Friendships, at Your Speed.
Whether you’re looking to reconnect with the joy of letter writing, discover new perspectives, or simply build friendships that matter, Slowly is your perfect companion for creating meaningful connections in a fast-paced world.

Terms of Service:
https://slowly.app/terms/
Updated on
Mar 21, 2025

Data safety

Safety starts with understanding how developers collect and share your data. Data privacy and security practices may vary based on your use, region and age. The developer provided this information and may update it over time.
This app may share these data types with third parties
Location, Personal info and 2 others
This app may collect these data types
Location, Personal info and 6 others
Data is encrypted in transit
You can request that data be deleted

Ratings and reviews

4.4
120K reviews
Palmer Vu
15 April 2025
I've made meaningful relationships on Slowly! I still write physical letters, and typing on this app brings me back to the flow of sitting down, focusing, and unraveling your thoughts as you paint your personal story, details, and feelings to send to a friend a jam-packed letter. Also, Slowly support is quite responsive and helpful (shout-out to J.)! I'd recommend this as a way to alleviate the effects of consuming short-term content! It's exciting to send, and receive mail...happy writing!
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Slowly Communications Limited
16 April 2025
Thank you so much for your heartfelt message and for being part of the Slowly community! You’ve captured what we hope to create here perfectly. I’ve shared your kind words with J, and we’ll keep working to make the app even better. Wishing you many more thoughtful letters and meaningful friendships ahead!
John Steven
26 March 2025
This app is fun. I just hope it they improve the character count part when I am constructing my letter. I'd like to write as little or as much as I want without having to meet the criteria of the character count. When writing, it's annoying because I first set up the introduction section, then next page is the body. It's confusing. On "Messages in a Bottle" app it's all on one page and I can write as much or as little as I want without the sections broken up. Overall it's a pretty good app.
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Slowly Communications Limited
26 March 2025
Thank you for your feedback! The preset format only applies to Open Letters. If you prefer a flexible approach, use Profile Matching to write freely. The word count limit only applies to the first letter to encourage thoughtful introductions, but there’s no limit on following letters. We’ll keep your input in mind as we continue to improve.
Svea Scholz
21 March 2025
This is certainly an app many people wish for! And it's perfectly executed. Connecting with others is so easy, I think the app just encourages people to be very personal about their interests so it's not superficial and everyone is friendly. Personally, the waiting time for the letters to arrive is a great idea because it adds to the personal feeling. But there could be a limit like 24 hours bc 30 is a lot every time. It would be nice if you could prioritize some interests and topics too.👍🏻💓
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Slowly Communications Limited
22 March 2025
Thank you for your thoughtful review! We’re glad you’re enjoying the experience. We understand the waiting time can feel long for some, and your suggestion about prioritising interests and topics is valuable. We’ll take it into consideration as we continue to improve. Wishing you many meaningful connections ahead!

What's new

Performance improvements and bug fixes.