Modern Grindr limits your view to 99 guys. 1.7.4 had no such concept. Because the backend was simpler, cracked versions of this IPA allowed users to see everyone in their city. No cascade, no "Explore" paywall—just a dense mosaic of faces stretching into the horizon. Users called it "The Carpet."
: View up to 600 profiles instead of the standard limit.
Since you are downloading a file from a third-party source, there is no guarantee it hasn't been injected with malware or spyware designed to steal your personal data or location.
Using unauthorized versions of the app is a violation of Grindr’s Terms of Service, which can lead to a permanent ban of your profile.
Note: Features like "Unlimited Blocks," "Incognito Mode," and "Read Receipts" either didn't exist or were implemented very differently compared to modern standards.
Why can’t you just download 1.7.4 today and rule the world? Because Grindr’s API is a graveyard. When you log in with that vintage IPA, the servers return a polite but firm error: “Version too old.” The app tries to load, sees a modem-era data structure, and crashes.