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Match's Competitors, Revenue, Number of Employees, Funding and Acquisitions

Match.com is a subscription-based online dating portal that enables users to discover and connect with individuals havin... Read more

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CEO

Hesam Hosseini

CEO Approval Rating

76/100

OVERVIEW

Founded:

1995

Headquarters:

DallasTexas

Status:

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Competitive Analysis

TOP COMPETITORS OR ALTERNATIVES

Bumble is a top competitor of Match. Bumble was founded in 2014, and is headquartered in Austin, Texas. Bumble is in the Application Software industry. Bumble generates $800M less revenue vs. Match.

Hily is seen as one of Match's top competitors. Hily is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada, and was founded in 2017. Hily is in the Internet Software field. Hily generates 0.60% the revenue of Match.

Clover has been one of Match's top competitors. Clover's headquarters is in Toronto, Ontario, and was founded in 2013. Clover competes in the Application Software industry. Clover generates 0.30% of Match's revenue.

RANK

COMPANY

LEADERSHIP

CEO SCORE

EMPLOYEES

TOTAL FUNDING

REVENUE

Hesam Hosseini

CEO

- -
1,600
$400M
$1B
1

Whitney Wolfe Herd

Co-Founder & CEO

71/100
140
- -
$200M
2

Alex Pasikov

Co-Founder & CEO

71/100
30
- -
$6M
3

Isaac Raichyk

Founder & CEO

78/100
50
$9M
$3M
4

Grant Langston

CEO

82/100
250
$3M
$75M
5

Justin McLeod

Founder & CEO

74/100
65
$26.7M
$5.2M
6

Eric Eichmann

CEO

87/100
66
$255.9M
$30M
7

CEO

- -
- -
8

Geoffrey Cook

Co-Founder & CEO

59/100
124
$65.1M
$206.6M
9

CEO

- -
30
$23.5M
$37.1M
10

Tim Crowhurst

Chairman & CEO

70/100
190
$8M
$5M
The top 10 competitors in Match's competitive set are Bumble, Hily, Clover, eHarmony, Hinge, Spark Networks, Ignazio Anastasi, The Meet Group, Skout and We Heart It. Together they have raised over 391.2M between their estimated 1.3K employees. Match has 1,600 employees and is ranked 1st among it's top 10 competitors. The top 10 competitors average 254.

Acquisitions

COMPANY ACQUIRED
ACQUISITION DATE
AMOUNT
DESCRIPTION
Plentyoffish Media ULC

Jul 2015

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$575M
Plenty of Fish is a mobile and web-based dating platform that enables users to discover and connect with individuals having similar interests.
OkCupid

Feb 2011

Source »
$50M
OkCupid owns, operates, develops and provides web and mobile-based dating platform for men and women.

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-

Feb 2010

Source »
undisclosed
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People Media LLC

Jul 2009

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$80M
People Media’s mission is to create relationships and connect lives.

These are all the companies that Match has acquired. Match has acquired 4 companies and its latest acquisition was Plentyoffish Media ULC in Jul 2015. Plenty of Fish is a mobile and web-based dating platform that enables users to discover and connect with individuals having similar interests.

Match Funding History

Since Match was founded in 1995, it has participated in 1 round of funding. In total Match has raised $400.0M. Match's funding round was on Nov 2015 for a total of $400.0M

ROUND

FUNDING DATE

AMOUNT

INVESTORS

IPO
Nov 2015
$400M

Total Funding: $400M

Since Match was founded in 1995, it has participated in 1 round of funding. In total Match has raised $400.0M. Match's funding round was on Nov 2015 for a total of $400.0M

Investments

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Match News

October 10, 2019Global Dating Insights

Match.com FTC Case May Trigger Class Action from Investors

Thornton Law Firm has published a statement seeking a lead plaintiff for a class action lawsuit again... See more »
September 30, 2019Global Dating Insights

Match.com Responds to FTC Fraud Allegations

Match.com has issued an official response to last week's allegations made by the Federal Trade Commis... See more »
September 27, 2019Global Dating Insights

U.S. Federal Trade Commission Sues Match.com for Fraud

The Federal Trade Commission has announced it is suing Match.com for fraudulent business practices. I... See more »
September 27, 2019SFGate

FTC sues over fake ads on Match.com

The Federal Trade Commission sued the company behind the dating site Match.com this week, saying it h... See more »
September 27, 2019Stuff - New Zealand

Tinder owner used fake romantic prospects to scam users, US watchdog says

The emails reeled in the lovelorn with messages like: "You caught his eye ... Could he be the one?"... See more »
September 26, 2019Adweek

The FTC Is Suing Match.com for Allegedly Enticing Users With Fake Advertisements

It is no secret that online dating might come at a price, and Match.com--one of many dating apps avai... See more »
September 26, 2019BuzzFeed

The Feds Are Suing Match.com For Tricking Users Into Paying For Subscriptions

Match.com said in a statement that "we intend to vigorously defend ourselves against these claims in ... See more »

Match Blogs

July 3, 2018Match Blog

How To Roadtrip With A Partner

68% of singles would rather go #2 on the side of the road in front of their partner vs. picking up a ... See more »
June 20, 2018Match Blog

Tips on How to Look Your Best Online This Summer

By Julie Spira, Online Dating Expert and CEO, Cyber Dating Expert This week marks the beginning of su... See more »
June 13, 2018Match Blog

Hottest Day Of The Summer

Are you feeling the heat this summer? Spring flings are over and it is time to find that special some... See more »
May 17, 2018Match Blog

Crush Of The Month: Nikara

Three years ago, Nikara moved to New York to pursue a career in broadcast journalism, explore the cit... See more »
May 9, 2018Match Blog

Kendra Scott Mother's Day Contest

Match.com Mother's Day Contest Official Rules THESE OFFICIAL RULES ARE A CONTRACT-READ THEM CAREFULLY... See more »
April 25, 2018Match Blog

William Shatner's Perfect Date Giveaway

"Miss Rhode Island, describe your perfect date." We all remember the iconic Cheryl Frasier quote from... See more »
April 25, 2018Match Blog

Perfect Date Giveaway

The Perfect Date Contest Official Rules THESE OFFICIAL RULES ARE A CONTRACT-READ THEM CAREFULLY BEFOR... See more »

Match Press Releases

June 13, 2019BriefingWire

WebbyPlanet.com Publishes 5 New Match.Com Coupon Codes Each Month

WebbyPlanet.com in its efforts to offer up-to-date and valid discount coupons publishes 5 new Match.c... See more »
April 8, 2019PR Newswire

Match.com, Southwest Airlines & ULTA Among Brands Sharing Culture-Driven Best Practices At CMC Annual Summit

FAIRFAX, Va., April 8, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Advanced Auto Parts, Google, Match.com, Pollo Campero, So... See more »
February 28, 2018PR Newswire

Match.com, J.D. Power, and The PGA of America Hire Better with Greenhouse

NEW YORK, Feb. 28, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Greenhouse, the fastest-growing enterprise talent acquisition... See more »
October 25, 2017freePRnow

Top Employers Using Pre Employment Screening Checks Virginia @ Cleared Match.com

Cleared Match is the most preferred background screening partner offering Pre Employment Screening Ch... See more »
October 13, 2017Business Wire

Global Online Dating Services Market 2017-2021 with Match.com, eHarmony, Tinder & Zoosk Dominating - Research and Markets

DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The "Global Online Dating Services Market 2017-2021" report has been added t... See more »
August 17, 2017Free Press Release 2

DatingAdvice.com Names Match.com the "Best Dating Site of 2017"

DatingAdvice.com, a lifestyle site featuring reviews, advice articles, how-to guides, studies, and in... See more »
April 10, 2017Blackbird

Podcast Optimizer is a free tech matching business customers to podcast listener to predict ad spend

New Tech Matches Customers to Podcast Audiences Dev. by marketing industry guru Dr. Greg Cynaumon, Po... See more »

Match Videos

July 17, 2019Match Youtube Channel

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October 15, 2018Match Youtube Channel

"Official Match.com Commercial | Courtney 15" on YOUTUBE

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September 26, 2018Match Youtube Channel

"Lee and Michelle: A Message to Singles" on YOUTUBE

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July 24, 2018Match Youtube Channel

"Official Match.com Commercial | Suzanna 15" on YOUTUBE

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July 19, 2018Match Youtube Channel

"Eric & Susy: Our First Messages" on YOUTUBE

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June 15, 2018Match Youtube Channel

"Brandon & Jovana: The Proposal" on YOUTUBE

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April 4, 2018Match Youtube Channel

"Jonathan 15" on YOUTUBE

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Headquarters

PO Box 25458

Dallas, Texas75225

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Summary

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Overview

Match.com is a subscription-based online dating portal that enables users to discover and connect with individuals having similar interests. Match was founded in 1995. Match's headquarters is located in Dallas, Texas, USA 75225. It has raised 400.0M i...

CEO

Match's CEO, Hesam Hosseini, currently has an approval rating of 76%. Match's primary competitors are Bumble, Hily & Clover.

Website

match.com

Frequently Asked Questions about Match

  1. When was Match founded?

    Match was founded in 1995

  2. Who is Match's CEO?

    Match's CEO is Hesam Hosseini

  3. How much revenue does Match generate?

    Match generates $1B in revenue

  4. How much funding does Match have?

    Match has historically raised $400M in funding

  1. Where is Match's headquarters?

    Match's headquarters is in Dallas Texas, USA

  2. How many employees does Match have?

    Match has 1,600 employees

  3. Who are Match's competitors?

    Match's top competitors are Bumble, Hily, Clover
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