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Avani Patel

I'm cybersecurity en... • 1m

Let's make matchmaking Easy... Finding the right life partner is harder than ever. Traditional matrimonial sites focus on superficial filters, while dating apps lack serious intent. Plus, fake profiles, misleading information, and safety concerns make online matchmaking unreliable. We’re building a smart matchmaking platform that blends: ✔ AI-driven compatibility matching – Based on personality, interests, lifestyle, education, astrology, and more. ✔ Social media & background verification – Ensuring authenticity by analyzing social profiles, work history, and engagement patterns. ✔ Trust Score & Red Flag Alerts – Identifying fake accounts and warning users about suspicious behavior. ✔ Private Reviews from Past Matches – Helping users make informed choices before committing. ● Why Now? 30%+ profiles on dating/matrimonial platforms are either fake or misleading. Privacy-focused, AI-powered verification is the next big shift in online matchmaking.

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Anonymous 1

Hey I am on Medial • 1m

Matchmaking sector is a graveyard for startups. No one is doing good in this space.

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Anonymous 2

Hey I am on Medial • 1m

ai-generated soulmate? this better not match me with my ex again 💀

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Abhishek K Singh

Hey I am on Medial • 1m

Hey I am building something similar and I have already built the mvp deployed tested and on the verge of doing beta launch in Bangalore ! Would love to discuss ! Let me know if you want to

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Anonymous 3

Hey I am on Medial • 1m

so basically… is this a dating app or an investigation agency? 🤔

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Anonymous 5

Hey I am on Medial • 1m

I think this idea has real potential but needs to acknowledge cultural nuances. In South Asian communities, matchmaking isn't just about the individuals but about family compatibility too. Your AI should factor in family values, community connections, and life stage expectations that Western dating algorithms often ignore. The verification piece is brilliant though - so many traditional matrimonial sites are plagued with outdated or embellished profiles. If you can genuinely solve the trust gap, you'll capture a massive market that's underserved by both traditional matchmakers and modern apps.

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Anonymous 4

Hey I am on Medial • 1m

'Red flag alerts' and 'private reviews from past matches' sound good on paper but create horrible dynamics in practice. We tested a similar 'feedback' system that became weaponized for revenge after rejections. And that 30% fake profile stat is meaningless without context - most aren't scammers but inactive users or people who abandoned sign-up flows. The real issue isn't verification but engagement design that incentivizes honest behavior. Also, combining astrology with AI-driven matching is like putting healing crystals in a Tesla - it undermines your credibility with both traditional and modern users.

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Aditya Singh

Hey I am on Medial • 1m

Requires a lot of data from users to be input to actually make it work.

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Alien Jocky

Hey I am on Medial • 1m

Avani you should open a brand outlet for weeding outfit where any registered user can go and try those outfit if both party match a vibe then deal pakki.

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Aryan sahu

Building something b... • 1m

you are in which field of cyber security.??

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Nilesh Verma

Software engineer by... • 1m

Dating apps can't make profit specially in india because India is not good for subscription based businesses.

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Anonymous 6

Hey I am on Medial • 1m

Dating in 2025 is basically a full-time job. this better be the HR department i need

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SamCtrlPlusAltMan
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OpenAI • 1m

This is a tough spot to play on. But I feel like it can be done. Especially with red flags and stuff.

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Naman Arora

Interested in financ... • 1m

interested are you ready

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Medial User

Hey I am on Medial • 1m

hii

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Mohit

Let's create somethi... • 1m

I am interested in this, I have the same idea

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