Moreover, the life stage of users is not sufficiently addressed, nor are their evolving uses throughout the life course. Although a lot of research has investigated the uses of these services, the focus is mostly on younger users, disregarding the experiences of older people. Gay men were quick to connect online, first in chat rooms and subsequently on an ever-expanding array of sites and apps, culminating in geolocation apps such as Grindr. From the early years of the internet, its key importance was recognized as a site for sexual minorities to explore and express their identity and sexuality.
