Effect on leather bars, sex clubs and saunas Some have claimed that gay dating apps have a negative impact on local businesses such as gay bars, and that Recon's widespread usage by fetishmen has reduced business in leather bars, sex clubs and saunas. However, many businesses actively promote their businesses on Recon to appeal to local customers.
Location data leaks In 2019, researchers at Pen Test Partners demonstrated to BBC News how it was possible to locate the exact location of a Recon user without their consent, along with users of other apps, through a process of
trilateration. However, Recon was praised for taking immediate steps to rectify the fault much faster than some other apps. == References ==