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HER

LGBTQ+ sapphic dating app for communities

Overview

HER is a dating and social networking app designed for the LGBTQ+ community, especially sapphic users. It works on a freemium model: anyone can use the app for free, while premium subscriptions unlock features like profile verification, incognito browsing, and advanced filtering to find verified profiles. It differentiates itself through a strong focus on safety and authenticity, including profile verification and tools that let users share their gender identity to reduce misgendering. The goal is to provide a secure, inclusive space where queer women and non-binary people can connect, date, and form meaningful relationships while maintaining a large, active user base.

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About HER

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Why HER is rated
B-
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Consumer SoftwareSocial Impact

Company Size

11-50

Company Stage

Seed

Total Funding

$2M

Headquarters

London, United Kingdom

Founded

2013

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What believers are saying

  • Spencer Rascoff said November 2026 test markets delivered over 20% revenue growth.
  • The January 2026 Sapphic Restart campaign expanded reach through podcasts, influencers, and OOH.
  • HER says 15 million users in 2026, giving Match a large underserved queer audience.

What critics are saying

  • TrustPilot reviews in November 2026 show AI-only support, bans, and scam complaints.
  • Verification still relies on social linking, leaving fraud and impersonation unresolved in 2026.
  • Match Group can bury HER inside Tinder, Hinge, and OkCupid if growth disappoints.

What makes HER unique

  • HER remains the dominant sapphic dating brand after Match Group’s May 2025 acquisition.
  • Its identity fields and Political Pride Pins target queer intent, not generic swiping.
  • Community events and social features make HER more than a pure dating marketplace.

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Funding

Total Funding

$2M

Below

Industry Average

Funded Over

6 Rounds

Notable Investors:
Seed funding is usually the first official round after pre-seed, when a startup has a prototype or concept. It’s typically used to develop the product, test the market, and start building the team. Investors here are often angel investors or early-stage venture capitalists.
Seed Funding Comparison
Below Average

Industry standards

$3.3M
$130k
$1.5M
$2M
$2.3M
$3M

Benefits

  • Professional Development Budget
  • Flexible Work Hours

Growth & Insights and Company News

6 month growth

-2%

1 year growth

-2%

2 year growth

0%
Bloomberg
May 20th, 2025
Match Group (MTCH) Acquires ‘Her’ Dating App for Queer Women

Match Group has added ‘Her,’ a dating app for queer women, to its portfolio, Match Chief Executive Officer Spencer Rascoff said in a post on Linkedin.

HER
Feb 8th, 2024
Dating with Purpose: Unveiling HER's New Political Pins

Today, Weareher is launching HER's new Political Pins, designed to connect you with people who are passionate about the same issues as you, from mutual aid to Black Lives Matter to canceling student debt.

HER
Nov 3rd, 2023
HER Reaches 300 Million Matches and Counting!

This year Weareher introduced Thirst Mode, a new feature that gives users the ability to get 60-minute bursts of unlimited likes, swipes, and profile boosts.

EU-Startups
Feb 10th, 2023
10 European Apps Helping You Find And Build Better Relationships

Dating apps are very much the present and future of modern life. Across Europe, many people find themselves setting up profiles on different apps hoping to find their new fling, their soulmate, or a new way to connect with people. Swiping left, swiping right, chatting through instant messaging services – these tend to be the basic elements of a dating app. But, there are some platforms that do things a little differently. European startups are playing a key role in the dating app game, and there are a number of different players adding their own bit of spice to the mix. The ever-growing online dating app economy is projected to grow at a rate of 9.26% to reach €3.9 million ($4.5 million) by 2027

EU-Startups
Sep 10th, 2022
10 Startups Improving Our Relationships, Friendships And Social Connections

Tech innovation is increasingly influencing our relationships – whether it be in finding that special someone, nurturing new friendships or even helping bring harmony back when things take a turn for the worse. Tired of Tinder? There are so many more options available these days. What about an app that lets others help you do the matching with the help of social videos? Or an app that lets music taste match you to a partner? In the world of relationships, apps are also helping to break down barriers and taboos, putting importance on connections in this world that sometimes feels so fragmented and distanced

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