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What was the first online dating app?

As technology developed, so did the age-old meet cute. In 1995, the worlds first online dating website was launched in the form of Match.com. Lonely hearts rejoiced as they could now meet and flirt with potential matches without having to change out of their pajamas.

When did Tinder begin?

September 12, 2012 Tinder/Initial release dates