Most people panic at the thought of losing their home, but one young woman found an unusual way to cope. When rising rent left her without a place to stay, she turned to her phone for help. What she did next has sparked a huge debate online.

Emily Webb, a 25-year-old from Australia’s Gold Coast, says she began using dating apps to secure a safe bed each night. Instead of looking for love, she arranged short meet-ups and stayed at men’s homes until morning. She jokingly calls it her “pretty privilege,” insisting it keeps her afloat during a difficult time.

Emily says she never tells the men she’s technically homeless, because she doesn’t want to worry them. To her, it’s a temporary workaround while she applies for new rentals. She even admits she can afford rent but keeps getting rejected, even when she offers months of payments upfront.

Her confession quickly set the internet buzzing. Some people praised her creativity and said she was simply doing what she needed to survive. Others warned her that relying on strangers for shelter is risky and could put her in serious danger.

Emily, however, remains calm about her choices. She says she feels safe, stays alert, and views her situation as a short-term solution. While she searches for a permanent place, she’s trying to stay positive and selective about where she eventually settles.

Her story is a reminder of how high housing costs push people toward unexpected paths. And for Emily, each night offers both a challenge and a chance to start again.