HER
HER is a dating and social networking app built exclusively for sapphic individuals—queer women, nonbinary, and trans people—offering a safe space to find romantic partners and community. With over 15 million users across 114 countries, the platform features extensive identity customization, 35+ interest groups, and safety tools like Incognito mode. The app has facilitated over 300 million matches since its launch.
- Social Networking
- Software Only
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Founder details are not available yet.
Product
Problem
Mainstream dating apps are designed primarily for heterosexual and cisgender users, leaving sapphic individuals—lesbian, bisexual, queer women, nonbinary, and trans people—without a dedicated platform that understands their specific needs. These users often face harassment, fetishization, and a lack of identity-affirming options when trying to find meaningful connections online.
Solution
HER provides a dedicated dating and social platform exclusively for sapphic individuals, creating a safe and inclusive space for users to meet, chat, and build authentic relationships. The app offers extensive profile customization, including pronouns, gender identity, sexual orientation, and Pride Pins, allowing users to express their authentic selves. Beyond dating, HER fosters community through 35+ interest groups, event listings, and online activities like speed dating and queer movie nights. The platform prioritizes safety with features like Incognito mode and strict community guidelines that protect users from discrimination and bad actors.
Target Audience
Primary users are lesbian, bisexual, queer women, nonbinary, and trans sapphics seeking dating, friendship, and community connections in a safe, inclusive environment.
Features
- Extensive profile customization with pronouns, gender identity, sexual orientation, and Pride Pins for identity expression
- 35+ community groups and event listings for connecting around shared interests and in-person meetups
- Incognito mode allowing users to browse profiles without being seen
- See Who Likes You premium feature to boost match confidence
- Thirst Mode feature providing 60-minute bursts of unlimited likes, swipes, and profile boosts
- Safety measures including protection from unicorn hunters, discriminating behavior, and bad actors
- Available in multiple languages including French, German, Spanish, and Japanese