Gelsene

For everything you don't want to do alone: Gelsene!

Coffee, a run, sports, game nightโ€ฆ Create an event or join one, and meet new people.

โ˜• Coffee๐Ÿƒ Running๐Ÿฅพ Hiking ๐ŸŽฎ Games๐Ÿ€ Sports๐Ÿง˜ Yoga

You have plans for the weekend, but nobody to go with. Or you want to start a new hobby, but feel shy doing it alone. That's what Gelsene is for.

From plan to meetup in three steps

Nothing complicated. Share your plan, see who joins, meet up.

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Find or create an event

Where, when, what: fill in a short card or browse existing events.

2

Send a join request

Send a request to the event you like. The organizer sees it and replies.

3

Meet up

Know the time and place, show up. The rest is getting to know each other.

This is what an event looks like

Date, place and description are clear from the start. The cards below are examples.

โ˜• CoffeeExample

Saturday coffee chat

๐Ÿ“… Saturday ยท 3:00 PM๐Ÿ“ Seaside cafรฉ๐Ÿ“ Relaxed chat, new faces.
Send join request
๐Ÿƒ RunningExample

Morning seaside run

๐Ÿ“… Sunday ยท 8:00 AM๐Ÿ“ Coastal road๐Ÿ“ Easy pace, everyone is welcome.
Send join request
๐ŸŽฎ GamesExample

Board game night

๐Ÿ“… Friday ยท 8:00 PM๐Ÿ“ Game cafรฉ๐Ÿ“ No need to know the rules.
Send join request
โœจ OtherExample

A relaxing fishing trip

๐Ÿ“… Sunday ยท 6:30 AM๐Ÿ“ Harbor๐Ÿ“ Bring a rod or try it together.
Send join request
โœจ OtherExample

Picnic and chat

๐Ÿ“… Sunday ยท 1:00 PM๐Ÿ“ Park๐Ÿ“ Bring some food, let's share.
Send join request
โœจ OtherExample

Photo walk

๐Ÿ“… Saturday ยท 5:00 PM๐Ÿ“ Old town๐Ÿ“ Your phone camera is enough.
Send join request
โœจ OtherExample

Book club meetup

๐Ÿ“… Tuesday ยท 7:00 PM๐Ÿ“ Cafรฉ๐Ÿ“ Share what you read, discover more.
Send join request
โœจ OtherExample

Bike ride

๐Ÿ“… Sunday ยท 9:00 AM๐Ÿ“ Seaside bike path๐Ÿ“ Easy pace, everyone is welcome.
Send join request

For anyone with a plan but nobody to join

Gelsene was made to solve the "let's go, but with whom?" problem.

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New in town

Just moved? Widen your circle through events.

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Different interests

If your friends like other things, find people who think like you.

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First-timers

You don't need to find the courage to start something new alone.

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Planners

Open your own event and choose who joins.

Features that make meeting people easier

Simple, clear, for everyone aged 18 and over.

๐Ÿ“… Clear event details

Date, time, place and description are visible upfront.

โœ… Organizer approval

Join requests go through the organizer's approval.

๐Ÿ”” Reminders

Get a notification as the event approaches, never forget.

๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ Location on the map

The event place is chosen on the map, so finding it is easy.

๐Ÿ”ž 18+ community

The app is only for users aged 18 and over.

๐Ÿ†“ Free

Free to download and use.

What do you feel like doing?

Besides the ready-made types, you can open any event you can think of with "Other".

โ˜•Coffee
๐ŸŽฎGames
๐Ÿ€Sports
๐ŸŠSwimming
๐ŸŽพTennis
๐ŸƒRunning
๐ŸฅพHiking
๐Ÿง˜Yoga
โœจOther
๐ŸŽฃFishing
๐ŸงบPicnic
๐Ÿ“ธPhotography
๐Ÿ“šBooks
๐ŸšดCycling

Easy for both sides

Those who host and those who join both know what's going on.

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For hosts

  • Pick the type, date and place in a few steps
  • See join requests and accept or decline them
  • You decide who comes to your event
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For participants

  • Browse events that interest you
  • Send a join request with one tap
  • Get reminders for upcoming events

To use Gelsene

Download, create an account, browse events.

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iOS and Android

Download from the App Store and Google Play.

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Sign in with your account

Sign up, set up your profile, join events.

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Real meetups

Step away from the screen and meet new people in person.

Safety and community rules

Meeting new people should be enjoyable. Here is what we do and what we expect from you.

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What's in the app?

  • Only users aged 18 and over
  • Join requests go through organizer approval
  • Your location is shared only with approved participants and the event creator
  • You can block and report users
  • You can delete your account yourself from the app
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Community rules

  • Provide accurate information
  • No harassment, threats or spam
  • No unlawful behavior
  • Accounts that break the rules may be suspended or closed
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Before you meet

Gelsene does not verify users' identities. So meet in busy, public places the first time, share your plan with someone close to you, and step back from any situation that doesn't feel right.

Follow us on Instagram

Event ideas, announcements and community news at @gelsene_co.

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Frequently asked questions

 

Is Gelsene free?

Yes. It is free to download and use.

Which cities is it available in?

Our first stop is Antalya. You can create events for other cities too, but the community is growing in Antalya.

Is there an age limit?

Yes, the app is for users aged 18 and over.

How do I join an event?

You send a join request from the event page. You get a notification when the organizer accepts.

What happens if my join request is declined?

The organizer replies to the request. You can browse other events and send a new request.

What kinds of events are there?

Coffee, games, sports, swimming, tennis, running, hiking, yoga and other events.

How do I create my own event?

Tap create event in the app, choose the type, date and place, and share it.

Nobody to join your next plan? Gelsene!

Download the app, open your first event this week or join someone's.