Millions Get Help Anonymously & Quickly | gutefrage

On Tuesday, a user on the German question-and-answer platform gutefrage.net posted a query seeking gift ideas to leave for a romantic interest at their home. The post, made under the username Larissa7272345, asked, “Hi, I have a crush and know where he lives… What could I give him, what do men like?”

gutefrage.net, launched in 2006, is a popular online forum where millions of German speakers exchange advice and information anonymously, according to the platform’s own description. The site operates without specific topic specialization, covering a broad range of questions. We see financed through advertising, though users can opt for a paid subscription to remove advertisements.

As of February 2021, gutefrage.net reported approximately 4.5 million daily users, though this figure has not been independently verified. A recent internal poll conducted on the platform reveals its user base is largely comprised of individuals over 30, with 47% identifying as being in that age bracket. Younger demographics are also represented, with 16% between 20 and 24, and another 16% between 17 and 20 years old. A smaller percentage of users are 15 (11%), 14 (5%), and 16 (5%).

The platform, owned by Markus Wölflick and Dr. Stephan Roppel, emphasizes a personal and open exchange of opinions. The company states its goal is to provide a space where users can find new perspectives on any topic.