Dating App

Dating App Success Stories [2024]

Pat Walls

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Updated: October 8th, 2024

A mobile dating app is one of the most popular mobile-only businesses for creating an ecosystem and generating revenue. But, with the help of a robust development team, you can surpass all your competitors and create a sleeker end product than anyone else in this market.

Dating apps have made their way into an industry that was gaining enough traction. The online Dating Market size was valued at $7.35B in 2020 and is projected to reach $10.87B by 2028.

In this list, you'll find real-world dating app success stories and very profitable examples of starting a dating app that makes money.

1. The Heart Bandits ($360K/year)

Michele Velazquez, the founder of The Heart Bandits, came up with the idea for her marriage proposal planning business after her own proposal fell short of her expectations. Realizing there was a lack of resources to help people come up with good proposal ideas, Velazquez saw an opportunity to use her event planning skills to create unique and personalized proposals. With over $5M in revenue to date and clients across 5 continents, The Heart Bandits has become one of the top proposal planning companies in the world.

How much money it makes: $360K/year
How much did it cost to start: $500
How many people on the team: 2

How I Started A Multi-Million Dollar Marriage Proposal Planning Business

Michele Velazquez's Marriage Proposal Planning company, The Heart Bandits, has made over $5M planning proposals for NFL athletes and busy executives across 5 continents.

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2. SOS Romance Planning Service ($12K/year)

Danielle Price, the founder of SOS Romance Planning Service, came up with the idea after realizing the lack of excitement in her own relationship and her passion for event planning. Through strategic partnerships and hiring a business coach, she has been able to attract and retain customers, leading to a successful business despite a slow start. She is now focused on expanding her business, protecting her brand, and increasing revenue.

How much money it makes: $12K/year
How much did it cost to start: $500
How many people on the team: 1

On Starting A Fun Creative Date Planning Service

SOS Romance Planning Service's Founder, Danielle Price, shares how she started her company to help couples create fun, romantic experiences with services like Suite Experiences and Deluxe Picnic Dates, all with the goal of changing the narrative that marriage is dull and "saving marriages" being her ultimate aim.

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