Tinder is a popular dating app launched in 2012. It's known for its simple interface and "swipe" mechanic, where users swipe right to like a profile or left to dislike. If two users swipe right on each other, it's a match, and they can start messaging. Tinder was created by Sean Rad, Justin Mateen, Whitney Wolfe, and Jonathan Badeen. Rad and engineer Joe Munoz developed the original prototype called "MatchBox" at a hackathon.
Tinder offers both free and subscription-based features. Key features include profile creation with photos and a bio, location-based matching, and the swipe mechanism. Paid subscriptions like Tinder Plus, Gold, and Platinum offer additional features such as unlimited likes, the ability to rewind swipes, passport mode to change location, ad-free experience, seeing who likes you, and the ability to message before matching. Tinder uses dynamic pricing, meaning costs vary based on factors like age, location, and subscription length. As of February 2026, Tinder offers weekly plans, with Tinder Plus at $12.99, Gold at $18.99, and Platinum at $24.99. Monthly subscriptions range from $24.99 for Tinder Plus to $49.99 for Tinder Platinum. Tinder also has an invite-only premium tier called Tinder Select, which costs $499 per month. Tinder is currently available globally.
