Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
In an increasingly digital world, opportunities for spontaneous, in-person social interaction and knowledge exchange are limited. This gap hinders the formation of new friendships and the practice of interpersonal skills, such as language fluency, in real-world settings.
Solution
Pertalks is a location-aware mobile application designed to facilitate real-time, in-person connections based on shared interests and knowledge. The platform enables users to discover and interact with individuals nearby who are open to conversation, networking, or language practice. By leveraging geolocation, Pertalks bridges the gap between digital discovery and physical meetups, fostering authentic social engagement. Users can connect at various venues, from cafes and restaurants to co-working spaces and events, creating opportunities for spontaneous interactions.
Target Audience
The primary users are individuals seeking to expand their social circles, network professionally, or practice foreign languages through in-person interactions with people in their immediate vicinity.
Features
- Geolocation-based user discovery for proximity-based connections.
- Interest and knowledge-based matching algorithms to identify compatible users.
- In-app chat functionality for initiating and coordinating meetups.
- Venue check-in feature to indicate presence at specific locations.
- Support for language practice and conversational exchange.
- User profiles showcasing interests, skills, and conversational topics.