Background:

The client wants to create a dating app focused on helping users find real love. The app aims to stand out from existing dating platforms by offering a UX design that supports meaningful connections and long-term, serious relationships.

I started by looking into what people like and don’t like about dating apps. I checked out other apps to see what works and what doesn’t, and I read user reviews to understand common problems.

One key insight was that most dating apps don’t prioritize long-term relationships. So, with the client, we decided to focus on serious, committed connections.

What users want:

• Good matches: People want to find others with similar values and interests.
• Honesty: They want to meet real, honest people.
• Easy to use: The app should be simple and clear.
• Chat easily: Users want smooth, meaningful conversations.
• Feel safe: Privacy and safety are very important.
• Make it personal: People like to customize their profile and match settings.

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Main Features

Feature 1: Comprehensive Profiles
Instead of just photos and short bios, users fill out detailed profiles that include values, interests, hobbies, and lifestyle choices. This makes matches more accurate and supports the app’s goal of helping people build long-term relationships.

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2. Smart Matching System

The app uses a matching system that focuses on real compatibility, not just looks. It takes into account the detailed information users provide in their profiles. like values, interests, and lifestyle. It also learns from their activity on the app (such as who they like or pass on) to suggest matches that are more likely to lead to a serious, long-term relationship.

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3. Built-In Communication Tools

To help users build real connections, the app offers easy-to-use features like instant messaging, voice and video calls, and the ability to share photos and videos. Everything is available within the app, so users can have meaningful conversations without needing to switch to other platforms.

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4. User Verification
To help keep the app safe and reduce fake accounts, users go through a verification process. Here's how it works:

• Users upload a photo of themselves holding a government-issued ID (like a driver’s license or passport).
• The app checks that the ID matches the info provided during sign-up.
• Facial recognition is used to compare the user’s face in the ID photo with their profile pictures.
• Once verified, the user gets a “Verified” badge on their profile to build trust with others.

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Designing the Look and Feel
One big challenge was making the app look good and easy to use for everyone. Since it’s meant for daily use by people with different tech skills, the design had to be simple, clear, and work well on any device.

We used:

• Easy-to-follow navigation
• Text that’s easy to read
• Light backgrounds to highlight user photos
• Clean, simple fonts
• Strong color contrast to help users focus and improve accessibility

The result is a modern, friendly design that helps people find what they need quickly and easily.