News Summary

Apple has removed the dating apps Tea and TeaOnHer from its App Store due to violations of content moderation and user privacy rules. These apps, which allow users to share information about people they have dated, were found to have an excessive number of negative reviews and complaints, including issues related to minors’ personal details being shared. Apple reported that the apps’ developers did not resolve these concerns, leading to their removal. The apps remain available on the Google Play Store for Android devices. Tea, which went viral in 2023, had previously experienced a data breach where hackers leaked thousands of images and private messages. TeaOnHer, a similar app for men, also faced security issues soon after its launch.