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Ever wondered what “NPNC” means on Grindr and other social media sites? This acronym stands for “no pic, no chat.” Someone might put this acronym in their profile or use it in a message to let their potential matches know that they aren’t going to engage in a conversation with anyone who doesn’t have a profile picture with their face in it. Keep reading to learn more about this dating site slang term.
Things You Should Know
- On Grindr and other social media platforms, “NPNC” means “no pic, no chat.” This means the person isn’t going to message any users without a profile picture.
- You might also see acronyms like “FWB,” which stands for “friends with benefits,” or “LTR,” which means “long-term relationship.”
- In the medical world, “NPNC” might mean “no prenatal care” or “non-penicillin and non-cephalosporin.”
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- ↑ https://www.grindr.com/blog/grindr-glossary
- ↑ https://www.grindr.com/blog/grindr-glossary
- ↑ https://help.grindr.com/hc/en-us/articles/4483168490131-My-Tags-Glossary
- ↑ https://www.grindr.com/blog/grindr-glossary
- ↑ https://www.grindr.com/blog/friends-with-benefits-relationships
- ↑ https://www.queerty.com/guys-sound-off-giving-receiving-generous-offers-online-20191110
- ↑ https://help.grindr.com/hc/en-us/articles/4483168490131-My-Tags-Glossary
- ↑ https://help.grindr.com/hc/en-us/articles/4483168490131-My-Tags-Glossary
- ↑ https://www.grindr.com/blog/grindr-glossary
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