Provides a dating app that operates exclusively on Thursdays, enabling users to match, chat, and arrange same-day dates with time-limited conversations that reset at midnight. Complemented by in-person events across various venues, the platform reduces the inefficiencies of endless swiping by fostering real-life connections in relaxed, social settings.
Funding
$5M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Founders
Product
Problem
Traditional dating apps often lead to endless swiping and superficial interactions, resulting in wasted time and a lack of genuine connections. Users can experience fatigue from constant online engagement without translating into real-world dates.
Solution
Thursday provides a dating app and events platform focused on creating real-life connections. The dating app is active only on Thursdays, allowing users to match, chat, and arrange same-day dates, with conversations resetting at midnight to encourage decisive action. Complementing the app, Thursday organizes in-person events in various cities, offering singles opportunities to meet in relaxed, social environments. The platform aims to reduce the time spent on digital interactions by fostering face-to-face meetings and shared experiences.
Target Audience
The primary audience includes singles aged 25-35 seeking to transition from digital dating to real-world interactions, as well as individuals interested in expanding their social circle through organized events.
Features
- Dating app accessible exclusively on Thursdays to promote immediate engagement
- Time-limited chats that reset at midnight to encourage users to arrange dates promptly
- Curated in-person events for singles in multiple cities, including bar takeovers, run clubs, and ski trips
- Events app providing city-specific listings, ticketing, and real-time updates
- Host program enabling users to organize and monetize their own Thursday events
- Optional clothing line designed to spark conversations and connections