Founded in 2012, Tinder was the first dating app of its kind designed specifically for smartphones, sparked by co-founders Sean Rad, Justin Mateen and Jonathan Badeen.Founded in 2012, Tinder was the first dating app of its kind designed specifically for smartphones, sparked by co-founders Sean Rad

What was Tinder originally designed for?

You may have heard it referred to as a “hook up” app. And it was, back when it first hit the market in 2012. Tinder users were mainly singles looking to find more casual relationships. And while thats definitely still the case, you can also find plenty of people looking for serious relationships.

Is Tinder the first dating app?

Why its so dreamy: Tinder wasnt the first dating app, but its the one that made “swipe right” a cultural phenomenon. Dont miss: A Tinder Boost rockets your profile near the top of the queue of your potential matches for 30 minutes. Get one per month with a Tinder Plus, Tinder Gold, or Tinder Platinum subscription.