Boston M.A., October 15, 2025 - Real Dating, a values-first dating app that launched in May 2025, today announces a wider nationwide rollout. Designed for people who are done with swipe fatigue and performative dating, Real Dating centers on intentional connections, verified profiles and features that encourage authenticity. In line with its focus on being real, the platform offers an alternative to an increasingly automated world with a dating app that always retains the human touch.

“Real Dating was built to make ‘real’ mean something again,” said the founder of Real Dating. “We believe people should feel safe, seen, and in control when they make the effort to meet new people. Verification and clear signals of availability help members meet others who actually want the same thing. And yes, cuffing season is here - we built dating app features that make finding someone to get cozy with over the holidays both sensible and fun.”

Real Dating tackles the biggest frustrations in modern dating with features that are both practical and playful:

Verified-first profiles: Identity verification is a cornerstone of Real Dating and the platform only features users who have been verified. Verified badges and a quick & simple verification process reduces fake accounts and increases confidence in matches.

Free version: In a world of barely-there trial periods, Real Dating offers a packed free version with user profiles designed to go beyond the superficial, unlimited messaging with mutual matches and defined search filters.

Matchmaker premium: For members who want extra help, Real Dating’s premium tier combines the intuition of matchmakers with the convenience of an app.

Safety-forward tools: Beyond verification, Real Dating offers in-app prompts that encourage thoughtful first messages and a moderation layer that prioritizes user safety and respectful interactions.

Story Challenge for access: To jumpstart community storytelling and reward real connections, Real Dating invites users to share their match stories, from the successful to hilariously disastrous. Sharers get limited-time access to the free premium tier. Creative entries will also be highlighted across the app and social channels.

After months of social-first growth since the May launch, Real Dating is scaling its marketing and operations to serve users nationwide while concentrating acquisition and community-building efforts on East Coast metros for the initial expansion. Real Dating’s emphasis on intentional signals and verified profiles taps into what daters say they want most: clarity, trust, and a clear path to meeting people in real life.

Availability & how to join
Real Dating is available nationwide on iOS and Android. Users will see special events, in-app rewards, and opportunities to take part in the Match Story Challenge for free premium access. Download via the App Store and Google Play or visit https://bit.ly/43elpMh for more information.

About Real Dating
Real Dating is an intentionally designed dating app that prioritizes verification, clear signals of intent, and humane matchmaking. Launched in May 2025, Real Dating helps members forge real connections and not just collect matches. For press inquiries, partnership opportunities, or more information, contact [email protected].