It’s easier than ever to find local people online to hang out with in real life. The apps below are some of the best for finding potential friends, and hopefully, you can make some meaningful connections along the way.

All of these options are free to use, but some may offer a subscription to access specific features.

Want to meet people who share similar interests? Meetup is a great app to do just that. It lets you view groups that others in your area have created that focus on an activity. You can join a meetup and have the ability to chat with others who have joined.

If you prefer meeting people in groups rather than one-on-one, this is a perfect app. You can also create your own group if you have an idea for a meetup.