HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — An app marketed as a safe way for women to navigate online dating is raising some concerns across social media.

It is called the "Tea" app, and some have claimed to have suffered damage to their reputation due to posts made by users. What was created to provide a safer dating experience for women has since evolved into a platform raising security concerns.

The Tea app's website states that the app was created in 2023 by Sean Cook, following his mother's experience of being catfished on dating apps.

The Tea app targets women and uses AI to provide features such as catfish image search, phone number lookups, and even background checks.

The app's website claims over four million women have anonymously posted pictures of men and shared their experiences w

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