“Are You Dead?” Chinese App for Singles Goes Viral

A new Chinese social app called “Are You Dead?” has gone viral among single people. The app allows users to check in daily to confirm they are alive and interact with others who are also single. Its popularity reflects growing loneliness and social isolation in China, where demographic changes and cultural shifts have led to fewer marriages and more people living alone. While some see it as a humorous way to connect, others worry it highlights deeper societal issues around mental health and companionship.