Grindr (etc.) Code

[+ MysticMenace]

Last evening, I rec'd several unsolicited photos from someone on Grindr who hinted at a hookup. The photos were of a very hot twenty-something with a thong tan line and a nice bulge. No monetary exchange was mentioned by either of us. Just when I thought that perhaps I might be receiving an early Xmas present, he sent the following message indicating that he required some type of verification on "MMRM" before our rendezvous:

 

"MMRM is where I can check if you're not an lgbtq offender just because last time, I met someone here accompanied with guy. That guy have a gun and point it on my head and they robbed me. Nothing left on me, and it was traumatic.

 

And this MMRM is for the site to know who i am with so whatever happen to me they know where i am and who i am with, that's the very essence of it. Hope you got me."

(These messages are verbatim.)

 

Obviously (I guess) some type of scam. Perhaps a blackmail set-up? Or maybe the site he was pushing (MMRM) requires a payment? Anybody heard of this MMRM? I did not respond to his message nor did he send any further messages.

 

MMRM does not sound familiar but I had convos with someone on Grindr who had a similar line - for a different website - he even showed of pictures of him being beat up and said he would only meet up with me if I signed up to it. As horny as I was, I went with my better judgment and googled about the site (did not actually go to said site) and saw lots of commentaries about it being a scam. So after having 0 luck with getting any dick on Grindr and mostly just scams, I just don't go to it much (unless I think of a hot guy I tagged on my favorites and just do a healthy 2-5 min stalking on him ?‍♂️

[+ MysticMenace]

Last evening, I rec'd several unsolicited photos from someone on Grindr who hinted at a hookup. The photos were of a very hot twenty-something with a thong tan line and a nice bulge. No monetary exchange was mentioned by either of us. Just when I thought that perhaps I might be receiving an early Xmas present, he sent the following message indicating that he required some type of verification on "MMRM" before our rendezvous:

 

"MMRM is where I can check if you're not an lgbtq offender just because last time, I met someone here accompanied with guy. That guy have a gun and point it on my head and they robbed me. Nothing left on me, and it was traumatic.

 

And this MMRM is for the site to know who i am with so whatever happen to me they know where i am and who i am with, that's the very essence of it. Hope you got me."

(These messages are verbatim.)

 

Obviously (I guess) some type of scam. Perhaps a blackmail set-up? Or maybe the site he was pushing (MMRM) requires a payment? Anybody heard of this MMRM? I did not respond to his message nor did he send any further messages.

 

MMRM does not sound familiar but I had convos with someone on Grindr who had a similar line - for a different website - he even showed of pictures of him being beat up and said he would only meet up with me if I signed up to it. As horny as I was, I went with my better judgment and googled about the site (did not actually go to said site) and saw lots of commentaries about it being a scam. So after having 0 luck with getting any dick on Grindr and mostly just scams, I just don't go to it much (unless I think of a hot guy I tagged on my favorites and just do a healthy 2-5 min stalking on him ?‍♂️

[Cruiser7]

what does the Gas pump mean ? I have been seeing looking for⛽ on some profiles

Complete guess on my part, but I have a feeling it’s asking for “gas money.” With the codes of today, you’ll see listings offering “gas money” with a wink and a nod. Sort of like “I’ll buy you lunch.”

[+ Pensant]

Lol kko. Good guess, how’d you know?!

I also knew and it led to a frisson in my loins!

[JayCeeKy]

I'm not immersed in the emoji world but I do believe lots of theses emojis indicate some type of drug use. Though I suppose that a "gas pump" could indicate that the person is asking for gas money, it's been my experience that "entrepreneurs" on Grindr usually just ask for money (or an Uber ride) w/out the need for an emoji. More likely, it's a reference to drug use. I saw a web site that explained some of the drug emojis (and I personally don't know if these are accurate, or not):

 

Emojis that represent drugs:

 

Cocaine — Slang terms for this drug include coke, snow, dust, powder, nose candy, coco, blow, pearl, yeyo. Often represented as the following emojis:

 

❄⛄??????

 

(Snow, Snowman, Key, Raining cloud, Rice, Sneezing Face, Eightball, coconut)

 

Marijuana — People usually smoke marijuana but it can be used in a variety of ways. Dispensaries sell brownie and candy infused weed, you can purchase lotions and balms that contain CBD as well as brewing it and drinking it in a form of tea. People who use marijuana for medical purposes use it for conditions like chronic pain, muscle spasticity, anorexia, nausea, and insomnia. Often represented by the following emojis:

 

????????

 

(Maple Leaf, Four Leaf Clover, Palm Tree, Tree, Pine Tree, Kissy Face, Smoke, Face With Steam From Nose)

 

Cough syrup — The concoction is made by mixing the prescription medication with Sprite Soda and Jolly Rancher candies. Often represented by the following emojis:

 

????

 

(Grapes, Baby Bottle, Crystal Ball, Purple Heart)

 

Methamphetamine — It is a popular party drug that is usually smoked with a small glass pipe, but can also be swallowed, snorted, or injected into a vein. It comes in clear crystal chunks or shiny blue-white rocks. Commonly known as; ice, glass, rocks crystal, crank, chalk, tweak, tina, Walter white, speed. Often represented by the following emojis:

 

?❄???

 

(Diamond, Snow, Snowy Mountain, Eight Ball, Rice)

 

Heroin — Pure heroin is a white powder that can be snorted or smoked. “Black Tar” heroin has a very sticky texture. Black tar heroin is dark, a result from crude processing methods that leave behind impurities. Impure heroin is normally dissolved and diluted with water and injected into the veins. Commonly referred to as; H, smack, tar, junk, black, dragon, white horse, skag. Often represented by the following emojis:

 

????

 

(Syringe, Direct Hit, Dragon, Horse)

 

MDMA — MDMA is normally sold in pill form and can contain additives. These factors can contribute to serious and sometimes fatal health effects. MDMA can also be addictive and research suggests long-term cognitive problems may develop in some users. This drug is most popular among teens and young adults, especially at nightclubs or raves. The drug comes in a wide variety of sizes, shapes, and colors often are stamped or imprinted with unique logos (Smiley faces, Superman logo, Skull shapes, legos, hearts, stars, children’s cartoons dominoes). Street names include; X, Superman, XTC, Adam, Beans, Love Drug, Happy Pill, Scooby Snacks, Smarties, Skittles, Vitamin E or X. Often represented by the following emojis:

 

?❤⚡☣??

 

(Pill, Heart with Lightning Bolt, Biohazard Sign, Exploding Head, Candy)

 

Magic Mushrooms — This drug is most commonly chewed but can also be made into a tea. Mushrooms may be consumed raw and dried but cannot be smoked or cooked as this destroys the main ingredient, psilocybin. There are more than 180 species of mushrooms that contain psilocybin. Psilocybin mushrooms have a long history of use in Mesoamerica in spiritual and religious rituals and are currently one of the most popular recreational psychedelics in the U.S. and Europe. Popular street names for magic mushrooms include; shrooms, liberty caps, Alice, boomers, simple Simon. Often represented by the following emojis:

 

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Here are some other emoji codes that you might want to be aware if you are thinking about looking through your teen’s phone:

 

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The spaceship emoji is used to indicate how high the potency of a drug is.

 

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The plug emoji is used to refer to a drug dealer, a ‘connect’ or supplier who is going to be able to provide you with drugs.

 

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The pie emoji can be used to describe the punny expression of cookies pies, making a large amount of drugs to distribute.

 

⛽

 

The fuel pump emoji is used to describe being ‘gassed,’ drunk or intoxicated. This emoji can also mean gas, a high-grade marijuana.

[+ mature_guy]

I asked a kid on Grindr about the fuel pump emoji. It's weed - buying, selling, or using depending on how it's used.

[MikeBiDude]

Cocaine — Slang terms for this drug include coke, snow, dust, powder, nose candy, coco, blow, pearl, yeyo. Often represented as the following emojis:

 

❄⛄??????

Also skiing ⛷

[orville]

Wow, this is probably one of the most educational threads on this forum. Thank you so much @JayCeeKy

[JTtorretto]

One code, in Austin, seems to be a new, good-looking, young guy, with "visiting" or "touch my body" or "genonly" in his profile. My failsafe is hitting on someone new who truly attracts me physically, then if they respond engagingly, waiting to get asked if I'm gen. 80 percent of the time, you'll get a request for your phone number or email, which means that you're corresponding with a con artist.

So you consider anyone looking for a client on grindr "a con artist"? Interesting. Because as I stated earlier in this thread that unless the conversation goes offline, an escort risks having their account terminated / banned on their device (and also no refund is given by the app).

[+ MysticMenace]

I'm not immersed in the emoji world but I do believe lots of theses emojis indicate some type of drug use. Though I suppose that a "gas pump" could indicate that the person is asking for gas money, it's been my experience that "entrepreneurs" on Grindr usually just ask for money (or an Uber ride) w/out the need for an emoji. More likely, it's a reference to drug use. I saw a web site that explained some of the drug emojis (and I personally don't know if these are accurate, or not):

 

Emojis that represent drugs:

 

Cocaine — Slang terms for this drug include coke, snow, dust, powder, nose candy, coco, blow, pearl, yeyo. Often represented as the following emojis:

 

❄⛄??????

 

(Snow, Snowman, Key, Raining cloud, Rice, Sneezing Face, Eightball, coconut)

 

Marijuana — People usually smoke marijuana but it can be used in a variety of ways. Dispensaries sell brownie and candy infused weed, you can purchase lotions and balms that contain CBD as well as brewing it and drinking it in a form of tea. People who use marijuana for medical purposes use it for conditions like chronic pain, muscle spasticity, anorexia, nausea, and insomnia. Often represented by the following emojis:

 

????????

 

(Maple Leaf, Four Leaf Clover, Palm Tree, Tree, Pine Tree, Kissy Face, Smoke, Face With Steam From Nose)

 

Cough syrup — The concoction is made by mixing the prescription medication with Sprite Soda and Jolly Rancher candies. Often represented by the following emojis:

 

????

 

(Grapes, Baby Bottle, Crystal Ball, Purple Heart)

 

Methamphetamine — It is a popular party drug that is usually smoked with a small glass pipe, but can also be swallowed, snorted, or injected into a vein. It comes in clear crystal chunks or shiny blue-white rocks. Commonly known as; ice, glass, rocks crystal, crank, chalk, tweak, tina, Walter white, speed. Often represented by the following emojis:

 

?❄???

 

(Diamond, Snow, Snowy Mountain, Eight Ball, Rice)

 

Heroin — Pure heroin is a white powder that can be snorted or smoked. “Black Tar” heroin has a very sticky texture. Black tar heroin is dark, a result from crude processing methods that leave behind impurities. Impure heroin is normally dissolved and diluted with water and injected into the veins. Commonly referred to as; H, smack, tar, junk, black, dragon, white horse, skag. Often represented by the following emojis:

 

????

 

(Syringe, Direct Hit, Dragon, Horse)

 

MDMA — MDMA is normally sold in pill form and can contain additives. These factors can contribute to serious and sometimes fatal health effects. MDMA can also be addictive and research suggests long-term cognitive problems may develop in some users. This drug is most popular among teens and young adults, especially at nightclubs or raves. The drug comes in a wide variety of sizes, shapes, and colors often are stamped or imprinted with unique logos (Smiley faces, Superman logo, Skull shapes, legos, hearts, stars, children’s cartoons dominoes). Street names include; X, Superman, XTC, Adam, Beans, Love Drug, Happy Pill, Scooby Snacks, Smarties, Skittles, Vitamin E or X. Often represented by the following emojis:

 

?❤⚡☣??

 

(Pill, Heart with Lightning Bolt, Biohazard Sign, Exploding Head, Candy)

 

Magic Mushrooms — This drug is most commonly chewed but can also be made into a tea. Mushrooms may be consumed raw and dried but cannot be smoked or cooked as this destroys the main ingredient, psilocybin. There are more than 180 species of mushrooms that contain psilocybin. Psilocybin mushrooms have a long history of use in Mesoamerica in spiritual and religious rituals and are currently one of the most popular recreational psychedelics in the U.S. and Europe. Popular street names for magic mushrooms include; shrooms, liberty caps, Alice, boomers, simple Simon. Often represented by the following emojis:

 

?

 

Here are some other emoji codes that you might want to be aware if you are thinking about looking through your teen’s phone:

 

?

 

The spaceship emoji is used to indicate how high the potency of a drug is.

 

?

 

The plug emoji is used to refer to a drug dealer, a ‘connect’ or supplier who is going to be able to provide you with drugs.

 

?

 

The pie emoji can be used to describe the punny expression of cookies pies, making a large amount of drugs to distribute.

 

⛽

 

The fuel pump emoji is used to describe being ‘gassed,’ drunk or intoxicated. This emoji can also mean gas, a high-grade marijuana.

 

thanks for this - really educational. not that I use Grindr much anymore, but I should probably just remove the rice emoji even though am asian and do love rice - didn't realize some of these seemingly innocent emojis could be interpreted as something drug-related.

[+ Pensant]

thanks for this - really educational. not that I use Grindr much anymore, but I should probably just remove the rice emoji even though am asian and do love rice - didn't realize some of these seemingly innocent emojis could be interpreted as something drug-related.

It’s a whole new cypher world out there, my friend!

[PetetKsfo]

On the flip side of this, I once got suspended on Scruff for putting "Massage clients" under the heading of "what are you looking for"

I now just put "masseur" under occupation and thus far have not had any trouble.

I sometimes will get some inquiries from there.

Peter

[guru68]

Yikes, lots of minefields out there. I guess ask with hacking, scammers quickly develop expertise with any new social media.