Badoo

badoo.comLaunched 2006

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/ About /

Badoo is a free online dating app and website that connects people for chat, friendship, flirting, and relationships. It uses technology to detect and combat fake, scam, and spam accounts to ensure users interact with genuine people. The platform allows users to start chatting before matching, removing traditional barriers to getting to know someone.

/ How it works /

Users can chat with others before matching, browse people nearby or globally, and use safety tools to ensure they are interacting with real people.

/ Who it's for /

singles looking for dating, friendship, or relationships

/ More info /

Background.

Status
launched
Business model
freemium
Company
Badoo
Launched
2006
/ Discovered patterns /

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