Slowly: Make Global Friends

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181K reviews
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Rated for 12+
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Content rating
Rated for 12+
Parental Guidance Recommended
Users Interact, In-App Purchases (Includes Random Items)
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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. Connect with penpals around the world and explore the beauty of cultural and linguistic exchange through thoughtfully written letters. Rediscover the joy of anticipation and dive into 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:

ā–ŗ 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.

ā–ŗ Collect Over 3,000 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 reminders of the friendships you create.

ā–ŗ 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.

ā–ŗ 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/
Find foreign friends, language exchange partners, and BFFs through pen pals.
Updated on
Nov 7, 2026

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

176K reviews
cheney teh
May 13, 2021
It's a chill place to talk and make new friends! Perhaps because of the time it takes for the mail to travel, conversations tend to be more precious, meaningful and well thought out. If you're sick of perverts on those other chatting apps, good news, I haven't met any in slowly so far. I also like that I can take my time to reply and not get pressured to give quick replies. Stamps are cute. No ads either. It's a wonderful app!
69 people found this review helpful
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STUDIO ZEN
September 22, 2021
I used to exchange letters and gifts with friends overseas, long ago. With the growth of technology we don't really do that anymore. This app doesn't replace that experience, far from it...but it feels almost the same. There's something magical about waiting for a letter to arrive in real-time distances rather than get an instant reply like on messengers. I've met a lot of wonderful new people already and I genuinely enjoy the excitement I feel from seeing 'Letter arriving'. Recommended. šŸ‘
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A Google user
May 28, 2019
Everything was going well for the past 4 days, I was making friends, having fun, but when I attempted to send a letter today, the whole app just crashed. Up till now, I have not been able to enter my page, it keeps getting stuck at the grey loading screen. Would be nice if someone could help? Edit: an error message popped up: JSON Parse error: Unrecognised token '<' Does that help?
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What’s new

Performance improvements and bug fixes.