Choose the public place
Search for a venue or use a general area. Home addresses and private locations do not belong in posts.
Missed connections nearby
Find the moment you thought was gone.
There You Were gives adults a respectful way to reconnect after a genuine encounter in a public place—without publishing contact information or exact private locations.
Built for privacy and choice · Public places only · Private replies · 18+
How it works
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A place. A time. One detail.
Share enough for the right person to recognize the encounter while leaving private identifying information out.
Describe the moment
Add the approximate date, time, and one memorable detail that the other person might recognize.
Let them choose
Replies stay private. A conversation opens only after the post author accepts a response.
Safety by design
Reconnection without identification.
There You Were warns against phone numbers, email addresses, exact home addresses, social handles, license plates, threats, and explicit content. Posts can be reported, accounts can be blocked, and users control whether a private conversation begins.
Read the Community Guidelines
FAQ
A thoughtful second chance.
Does the app show my identity?
No name, email address, phone number, or social account is required. Public posts do not show the anonymous account identifier.
Is my exact location public?
No. Posts present the selected public venue or general area, city, and region. Exact coordinates and device location are not displayed publicly.
How long does a post stay visible?
Posts expire after 30 days unless the author closes or deletes them sooner, or moderation removes them.
Who can send me a message?
A person can send one initial private response. Further messaging becomes available only if the post author accepts it.
Coming to iPhone
Some moments deserve a second chance.
There You Were is preparing for its initial United States release.
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