DateFit
Dating app that is designed to help people find friends and potential partners who share their interests in fitness and health.
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* | $9.0m | Early VC | |
| Total Funding | 000k | ||
DateFit operates as a niche mobile dating and social networking platform centered on the fitness and healthy living community. The company was established in 2016 by co-founders Steven and Stacey Macecevic, along with partner John Gadd, after validating their concept with a temporary website that attracted thousands of users. This initial interest confirmed a market need for a platform where singles passionate about a healthy lifestyle could connect. The mobile app officially launched in January 2019, following development that began in 2017.
The platform targets individuals who prioritize physical wellness, from dedicated gym-goers to those beginning their fitness journey. It functions on a freemium business model. The app is free to download and offers core features, such as receiving up to 50 daily matches and access to an activity feed. Revenue is generated through premium subscriptions, which provide enhanced features like unlimited messaging and seeing who has liked your profile. The company also engages in co-marketing partnerships with fitness-oriented brands, creating another revenue stream.
DateFit's service is more than a standard dating application; it aims to build a supportive community. A key differentiator is its dual functionality, allowing users to toggle between finding romantic partners and platonic fitness friends. The app includes an Instagram-style activity feed where members can post images and engage with the community, fostering a sense of connection beyond one-on-one matching. The matching algorithm considers user-defined goals, passions, and fitness interests to connect like-minded individuals, whether they are looking for a body-building partner or a weekend hiking companion. To further build its community, DateFit has organized large-scale events, such as a 3,000-person fitness cruise, and hosts local networking events and group workouts.
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