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Gen Z dating apps like Ditto ditch swiping in favor of AI matchmaking
This generation of twentysomethings is so disillusioned with swipe-based dating apps that they'll try literally anything else — even an AI matchmaker.
TL;DR
- Ditto offers an AI-driven matchmaking service as an alternative to traditional swipe-based dating apps.
- The service uses a text-based AI chatbot for user onboarding, gathering biographical data and personality insights.
- Ditto's algorithm matches users based on predicted chemistry derived from personality signals, not just similar hobbies.
- The platform arranges a single date each week for users, specifying the person, time, and location.
- Ditto has seen 150,000 signups, with 20% of matches resulting in dates.
- The service prioritizes safety through a vetting process for college students using .edu emails.
- Ditto has secured $9.2 million in seed funding and employs 12 full-time staff, with a unique marketing approach.
- The company focuses on genuine connections and removing friction for users seeking real-life dates.