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Social and dating apps market map: United States

221 social and dating apps startups based in the United States that have raised money in rounds we track, placed in 5 segments by what each says it does. Together they have raised $2.0B; the biggest segment is social networks.

221startups on the map
5segments
$2.0Braised between them
Social networksmost funded segment

Social networks

145

+121 more

Friendship and communities

42

+18 more

Dating

13

Video and creator-led social

13

AI companions

8

Segment by segment

Social networks

145 startups · $1.3B raised

  1. DeSo FoundationLayer-1 blockchain built to power storage-heavy apps, like social apps, listed on Coinbase with 1.5M+ wallets.United States$200M
  2. FarcasterFarcaster is a social network that helps coders, fitness enthusiasts, and meme makers find people based on their interests.United States$150M
  3. YammerYammer is an enterprise social network that enables employees to collaborate across departments, geographies and business applications.United States$142M
  4. SERMOSermo is a global online social network and data insights platform designed exclusively for verified healthcare professionals, parUnited States$101M
  5. IInstagramInstagram is a free photo-sharing application that enables its users to take photos, apply filters, and share them on social networks.United States$58M
  6. UrbanSitterUrbanSitter is an online hub connecting families with babysitters through social networks.United States$43M
  7. CloudmarkCloudmark provides carrier-grade messaging security and infrastructure solutions for fixed, mobile, and social networks.United States$39M
  8. RadiaSocial platform for local entertainment discoveryUnited States$35M

Friendship and communities

42 startups · $484M raised

  1. ButterflyButterfly is a social media app designed for students, fostering community unity through features such as events, and society integrations.United States$253M
  2. GodTubeGodTube is a video-driven Christian social network connecting users with friends, family, co-workers, testimonies and ministries.United States$33M
  3. CelectCelect develops customized websites equipped with private social networks and online management tools for fraternities, sororitiesUnited States$30M
  4. MyHealthTeamsMyHealthTeams creates social networks for chronic condition communities.United States$27M
  5. GameDuellGameDuell is a cross-platform games community, developing games for its website as well as for social networks and mobile devices.United States$17M
  6. VibesThe LGBTQ social networkUnited States$15M
  7. ElloEllo is a developer of a social network platform used to use art as a medium to connect with friends.United States$15M
  8. ForemForem is an open-source social network and community-building platform that enables decentralized online communities through bloggUnited States$12M

Dating

13 startups · $106M raised

  1. GatherGather is a Catholic dating app founded by Eric Niehaus and launched in 2021.United States$50M
  2. Coffee Meets BagelCoffee Meets Bagel (CMB) is a dating app launched in 2012, designed for individuals seeking serious relationships and long-term commitment.United States$23M
  3. giddyGiddy is an online dating app.United States$18M
  4. OkCupidOkCupid is an online dating and friendship service based in the U.S.United States$6.0M
  5. 2RedBeans2RedBeans is an online dating and matchmaking company that caters to Chinese singles living abroad, particularly in North America,United States$2.3M
  6. DestiDesti is a software company based in Austin, Texas, founded in 2021 by John Taylor, AJ Qutub, and Nick Dominguez.United States$2.0M
  7. MeetMindfulMeetMindful is a Denver-based online dating and relationships company that emphasizes mindfulness and intentional living.United States$1.8M
  8. CercaCerca is a new dating app that connects people within their existing social circles.United States$1.6M

Video and creator-led social

13 startups · $104M raised

  1. KickAppsKickApps is a social publishing platform for creating social networks with added features, video players and widgets.United States$39M
  2. FanhouseFanhouse is a social platform that connects content creators with their top fans.United States$20M
  3. MMonaverseMona is the premier web3 metaverse world building platform and social network built for creators, by creators.United States$15M
  4. TalentSkyTalentsky is a professional social network and skill-sharing platform designed to enhance career development and mentorship.United States$9.1M
  5. MindsMinds is an open source social network on a mission to reward creators and elevate global discourse through Internet freedom.United States$6.0M
  6. CivitaiCivitai is an open-source social platform and marketplace focused on generative artificial intelligence, particularly in AI-generaUnited States$5.1M
  7. BufferBuffer is a social media management platform that helps brands, creators, agencies, and individuals streamline their content creatUnited States$3.9M
  8. Live Undiscovered MusicLÜM is a music discovery and streaming platform that is built upon a social network.United States$1.7M

AI companions

8 startups · $46M raised

  1. TolanTolan is a voice-first AI companion app developed by Portola, designed to provide emotional support and practical guidance throughUnited States$30M
  2. ReplikaReplika is an AI companion app that provides users with a personal, empathetic chatbot for engaging in judgment-free conversations.United States$6.5M
  3. TTheraAI companion helping people to resolve small daily problems/issues/ask advice/ventUnited States$4.5M
  4. Revinu IO LLCRevinu is an AI companion that grows with you, remembering what matters, reflecting who you are, and showing up the same way every day.United States$2.4M
  5. Dippy AIDippy AI is a mobile-first platform that allows users to create and interact with customizable AI companions through character chaUnited States$2.1M
  6. Pingo AIPingo AI is a language learning app that helps build speaking fluency through realistic conversations with an AI companion.United States$500K
  7. TeddyBotTeddyBot creates an AI companion for elders, offering personalized support, stories, and games to enhance well-being, and connections.United States$250K
  8. SocialSambaSocialSamba is social networking for scripted characters - which means we're the social platform that enables fans to "friend" theUnited States$20K

How this map is made. Every startup here has raised money in rounds we track, and is based in United States. It joins the map when its sectors, read from its rounds, or the opening of its own description say it works in social and dating apps, and goes to the first segment whose words it carries. Each segment shows its best-funded first. Rebuilt nightly; updated 15 November 2026.

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