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How to Build a Dating App

Build a dating application with profiles, matching algorithms, and messaging for meaningful connections.

Complete guide with costs, timeline, and tech stack.

$25,000 - $70,000
Market Rate
6-12 weeks
Build Timeline
$2,997
Our Fixed Price

Key Features to Include

A successful dating app needs these core features to deliver value to your users:

Profile creation & photos
Matching algorithm
Swipe/like mechanics
Direct messaging
Location-based discovery
Filters & preferences
Premium features & boosts
Safety & reporting

Recommended Tech Stack

We recommend these technologies for building a modern, scalable dating app:

Next.js
PostgreSQL
Redis
Socket.io
Mapbox

Why this stack? This combination offers rapid development, excellent performance, and easy scalability. Next.js provides a great developer experience with built-in optimization, while PostgreSQL ensures reliable data management.

Project Complexity: Complex

Complex - Advanced features, multiple third-party integrations

Based on complexity, building a dating app typically takes 6-12 weeks. Our 2-week MVP sprint covers most complex projects, with additional time for advanced features if needed.

Who Should Build a Dating App?

Niche dating markets, religious/cultural communities, specific demographics

Successful Dating App Examples

These successful products can serve as inspiration for your dating app:

Tinder
Bumble
Hinge
OkCupid

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