Match Group

Match Group is a leading provider of online dating products, offering a diverse portfolio of nearly 50 brands, including Tinder, Match.com, OkCupid, and Meetic, among others. The company operates in over 200 countries and provides its services in nearly 40 languages, catering to various communities based on geography, demographics, and relationship preferences. With more than 7 million people signing up for its products each month, Match Group generates revenue primarily through subscription fees, supplemented by advertising. The company emphasizes connecting individuals from diverse backgrounds, fostering relationships across different ages, orientations, and cultures. Since its inception, Match Group has continuously innovated its offerings, enhancing user experiences through features like swiping and social discovery.

Spencer Rascoff

CEO

Mark Stein

Executive Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer

15 past transactions

The League

Acquisition in 2022
The League is a dating application founded by Amanda Bradford in June 2014, based in San Francisco, California. It caters to ambitious individuals seeking long-term relationships, emphasizing the importance of equality in both the workplace and personal connections. The app incorporates advanced screening tools that allow users to create detailed profiles and set specific preferences, ensuring that matches align closely with their values and aspirations. This focus on privacy allows users to connect without exposure to friends or co-workers, fostering a community that supports self-awareness and meaningful interactions among like-minded individuals.

Garbo technology

Corporate Round in 2021
Garbo Technology is an internet platform that provides transparent access to information to help prevent gender-based crimes. Their platform aggregates public records and reports and provides free, transparent access to this information, enabling users to search someone's criminal record, from a police report to a conviction.

Hyperconnect

Acquisition in 2021
Hyperconnect, Inc. is a technology company based in Seoul, South Korea, that specializes in developing video and AI-powered social discovery products aimed at connecting people globally. Founded in 2014, the company is best known for its flagship product, Azar, a video calling platform that facilitates instant video chats, allowing users to make friends and experience different cultures. With over 500 million downloads and 90 billion connections made, Azar has emerged as one of the largest video communication platforms worldwide. Hyperconnect also offers Hakuna Live, a social live-streaming service that has gained significant popularity. The company utilizes advanced machine learning and video technology to enhance user engagement while prioritizing community safety. Operating with a diverse team of over 350 employees across multiple global offices, Hyperconnect generates more than 90% of its revenue from international markets, highlighting its global reach and impact in the realm of social connectivity.

Noonlight

Corporate Round in 2020
Noonlight, Inc. is a company that specializes in personal safety through its mobile application, which connects various Internet of Things (IoT) devices to enhance user protection. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Saint Louis, Missouri, Noonlight's platform provides 24/7 professional monitoring and data-driven emergency response capabilities. The application enables users to create accounts and connect multiple devices, allowing for precise location detection in emergencies. In critical situations, it can alert authorities without necessitating a 911 call or verbal communication. Noonlight's technology is operational across the United States, making it a versatile tool for enhancing personal safety and comfort.

Harmonica

Acquisition in 2019
Harmonica is an online dating application founded in 2017 and based in Cairo, Egypt. The platform utilizes a scientific algorithm to calculate compatibility ratios between potential partners, addressing the challenges of traditional arranged marriages in the Middle East. Harmonica has rapidly gained traction, amassing a user base of 100,000 within six months, with 10,000 daily active users who have exchanged over 5 million messages. The app's conservative matching approach, which focuses on providing one quality match at a time, is designed to be socially acceptable within the region. Beyond matching couples, Harmonica aims to facilitate the marriage process, tapping into the substantial market for weddings in MENA, valued at approximately 80 billion dollars annually. The company operates as a subsidiary of Match Group, Inc.

Hinge

Acquisition in 2018
Hinge, Inc. is a social discovery network that operates a mobile application designed to help users meet new people within their social circles. Founded in 2011 and based in New York City, Hinge offers an alternative to traditional dating app swipe culture by facilitating meaningful connections through smart matches and promoting natural conversations. Users can browse profiles that are validated through Facebook, allowing them to view photos, full names, and shared interests, as well as mutual friends. As of 2018, Hinge operates as a subsidiary of Match Group, Inc.

Pof

Acquisition in 2015
PlentyofFish is a free dating website that provides users with premium features, such as the ability to see when their profile has been viewed and whether messages have been read or deleted. Launched in 2003 by Markus Frind and based in Vancouver, B.C., the platform allows users to modify their profiles, including pictures and descriptions, without prior approval. With approximately 3 million daily active users, PlentyofFish is a popular choice for singles, offering free access to view matches and communicate with potential partners. The site is available in multiple languages, including French, Spanish, German, and Portuguese, and has been recognized as one of the top internet start-ups of all time.

FriendScout24

Acquisition in 2014
FriendScout24 is a prominent online dating platform in Europe, recognized as the leading service in Germany and Switzerland, and ranked third in Spain. The company caters to a diverse user base, boasting over 10 million registered singles. FriendScout24 focuses on connecting individuals seeking relationships, offering a user-friendly interface and various features designed to enhance the online dating experience.

Three Day Rule

Seed Round in 2014
Three Day Rule, Inc. is a personal matchmaking and dating services company founded in 2010 and based in Los Angeles, California. It operates in major U.S. cities including Los Angeles, San Francisco, New York City, Chicago, Boston, and Washington, D.C. The company specializes in helping singles navigate their dating lives by outsourcing matchmaking services, thus making the process more efficient and less time-consuming. Three Day Rule employs technology to curate personalized matches for clients, offering not only matchmaking but also date coaching and events to support individuals in their dating journeys. Additionally, the company is unique in partnering with online dating platforms to enhance its matchmaking services.

Zhenai

Funding Round in 2011
Zhenai Inc. operates an online and telephone matchmaking platform specifically designed for Chinese-speaking singles seeking long-term relationships. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Shenzhen, China, Zhenai.com evolved from a free dating site, 96333.com, into its current integrated service model. The platform primarily caters to the 25 to 45 age demographic and has established a strong presence among urban professionals, many of whom are university-educated. Zhenai.com enables users to create personal profiles, search for potential matches, and communicate with other members. With over 58 million registered users, the service has become a prominent brand in the online dating industry in China and beyond. The company also operates offices in Beijing and Xiamen, and has received financial support from various international investment funds.

Eureka

Acquisition in 2011
Eureka, Inc. is a software company that specializes in dating and couple matching applications. Founded in November 2008 by Jun Nishikawa and Yu Akasaka, the company is headquartered in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, Japan. Eureka employs social diagnostics to connect individuals with similar interests, facilitating meaningful relationships through its matchmaking service. Since May 2015, Eureka has operated as a subsidiary of Match Group, expanding its reach and resources within the competitive online dating landscape.

OkCupid

Acquisition in 2011
OkCupid is an online dating platform that facilitates connections through a series of quizzes and multiple-choice questions designed to assess users' preferences and values. By employing an algorithm-based system, OkCupid evaluates the responses to these questionnaires to suggest compatible matches, enhancing the user experience. The company operates as a social-networking site for individuals seeking romantic relationships. In February 2011, OkCupid was acquired by Match.com, which has further integrated its services into a broader portfolio of online dating solutions.

SinglesNet

Acquisition in 2010
SinglesNet is a Social Media company.

People Media

Acquisition in 2009
People Media L.L.C. is a company that specializes in online dating and social networking, operating targeted websites tailored to specific demographic groups. The company manages 27 niche communities, including platforms such as BlackPeopleMeet.com, SingleParentMeet.com, SeniorPeopleMeet.com, BBPeopleMeet.com, and LDSPlanet.com, collectively serving approximately 255,000 paying subscribers. Founded in 2001 and based in Chandler, Arizona, People Media focuses on providing dating services for various groups, including African Americans, Christians, seniors, and single parents. Originally known as Zencon Technologies, the company rebranded to People Media in 2007 and has since operated as a subsidiary of Match.com, LLC.

Her

HER is a mobile application designed to connect lesbian, bisexual, bicurious, and queer women, facilitating social interactions and relationship building within their community. Formerly known as Dattch Ltd., the company rebranded to HER in March 2015 and has been operational since its incorporation in 2011, based in London, United Kingdom. The app serves as a social hub, allowing users to find and meet like-minded individuals through features such as messaging, sharing emojis and pictures, and accessing profiles. In addition to connecting users, HER also offers news and information about events relevant to the community, enhancing the overall user experience.
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