Swipe Right on Love: What Would the Ultimate Polyamory App Look Like?
An App for This Life? Yes, Please
Imagine this: You’re deep in the polyamorous life—juggling date nights, emotional check-ins, and maybe a group chat or two. You’ve got three calendars, a running list of everyone’s favorite foods, and a spreadsheet tracking anniversaries (because forgetting Partner B’s “met-aversary” once was enough).
Wouldn’t it be amazing if there was an app that made all of this smoother?
No more double-booking disasters, forgotten boundaries, or “Wait, who loves chocolate and who’s allergic?” moments.
Today, we’re diving into the question: What would the ultimate polyamory app look like? Let’s dream big, folks.
Feature #1: The Scheduling Wizard
First up: a calendar that puts all others to shame. This
Scheduling Wizard syncs everyone’s availability with color-coded magic, sends reminders for important dates, and even suggests optimal times for group hangouts. The simple things this one wizard does makes the app worth it!
Bonus feature: It comes with a “schedule smoother” button that calculates travel time and energy levels. Got three partners across two cities? No problem. This app has got you covered.
Why it’s essential: Because nothing kills the vibe faster than realizing you’ve double-booked a date with Partner A and a movie night with Partner B. Not to say that has ever happened to me, but you never know!
Feature #2: Boundaries Wizard
This app wouldn’t just track your physical schedule it would also keep tabs on your emotional boundaries. Enter the Boundaries Wizard, a customizable tool that lets you set and share boundaries with your partners.
Example: “No surprise visits,” “Fridays are solo nights,” or “Please don’t text me spoilers about a show.”
Why it’s essential: It eliminates the dreaded “Didn’t we talk about this?” conversations and keeps everyone on the same page (literally).
Feature #3: Emotional Balance Wizard
What if the app could step in with a little emotional triage or tracks your bodily systems like an Oura ring does to helps us understand when we might be out-of-balance, jealousy anyone? Enter the Emotional Balance Wizard, a feature that sends you prompts to work through tough feelings or when we need to give our body some love:
“What exactly triggered this feeling?”
“What do you need to feel reassured?”
“Here’s a reminder of why you’re an amazing, lovable badass.”
"You got six hours of sleep last night, you do better with seven."
Bonus: It even sends a gentle nudge to your partner, letting them know you might need a little extra reassurance without having to ask outright.
Feature #4: Love Languages Wizard
Forget trying to remember who loves words of affirmation and who’s all about acts of service. The Love Languages Wizard keeps track of every partner’s love language (and updates as they evolve).
Example Notifications:
“Partner C hasn’t had a quality time moment in 8 days—how about a coffee date?”
“Partner A’s love tank is running low on compliments. Compliment them ASAP!”
Why it’s essential: Because even the most attentive polycule could use a nudge now and then. For me this would be so powerful all by itself.
Feature #5: Polycule Wizard
Picture this: a beautifully designed, interactive map that shows how everyone in your polycule connects. Each partner, metamour, and friend-with-benefits gets their own icon, complete with tags like “platonic,” “romantic,” or “it’s complicated.”
Bonus feature: Tap an icon to see shared interests, inside jokes, or even their favorite takeout order.
Why it’s essential: Because keeping track of who’s who in a sprawling polycule can feel like navigating a social maze.
Feature #6: The Messaging Wizard
Let’s face it: Communication is the lifeblood of any relationship! And we have to communicate a lot in polyamory. So, this Messaging Wizard knows who to send each message to individually or in a group. Keeping the communication centralized.
Why it’s essential: Because communication is sexy and necessary!
The App of Poly Dreams
This polyamory app might not exist yet (tech world, get on this!), but just imagining it reminds us of the beauty—and complexity—of polyamory. Managing multiple relationships takes effort, communication, and a touch of humor. And while no app can replace emotional work, it’s fun to dream about tools that could make the logistics a little easier.
So, what would you add to this polyamory app? Share your ideas—because when it comes to love, there’s always room for a new feature.