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Alternative to Keeper

Forever starts with a first date.

Keeper is matchmaking for people who are serious about marriage. We're serious about the first date. Known gets to know you through a conversation, introduces you to one person at a time, and when you both say yes, we pick the place and book the table. No fee per match and no success fee. Just an evening with someone worth meeting, and we'll handle the plan.

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4.7App Store monthly average
A couple kissing beneath string lights
i actually liked how they took care of picking the whole date place for me.
johan.j208App Store review
Beautiful UI, such a clean user experience with great haptic feedback that makes the app come alive. Definitely recommending to friends in search of a dating app!
Ellie StrandeApp Store review
the app design is literally stunning like tf?? it appeals to the genz audience well i feel, better than hinge, better than tinder
nugget_pheebsApp Store review
I wasn’t expecting this to work but I got a date after three weeks on the waitlist and honestly it was the best date I’ve had in a while.
SFGuy101App Store review
Love that I get to talk about myself and the app makes my profile for me. The matching is unique and love that they planned the venue and got reservations for us.
Will - SFApp Store review
At first I thought this was cap and all marketing hype, but I finally got to do the call today and it was a cool XP. Now I just gotta see if they actually got somebody for me 🤣
boopbeepbloopApp Store review

How Known works

A little more personal.

Swipeless dating.

You don't browse people. You're introduced to them.

Known starts by getting to know you. Not just your profile, but how you think, what you value, and who you're drawn to.

From there, we introduce you to one person at a time. Someone chosen with intention. Someone worth meeting.

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No endless options. No small talk.

If there's mutual interest, we set the date. Time, place, everything handled. All you have to do is show up.

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It gets better over time.

After each date, Known learns. What felt right. What didn't. What surprised you.

So every introduction becomes more accurate. More natural. More you.

Less searching. More knowing.

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How is Known different?

What happens after the recommendation?

Dating that cares about your time

Known is searching for your match every day, so you don’t have to spend hours swiping or checking for someone new. When we find someone you want to meet, we plan the date and send you the details. You just have to show up.

Who turns the introduction into a date?

We make the date happen

When you and your match are ready to meet, Known finds a time that works for both of you, picks a spot nearby, books the reservation, and sends you the details. We take care of everything so you don’t have to.

Want a date that fits your life?

Your preferences matter.

Your match, preferences, and availability help shape the date. Known looks for a place that fits, not just somewhere to meet.

Is the goal still human connection?

Skip the pen-pal phase

We believe chemistry is best discovered in person, not over a screen. Known skips the endless small talk and conversations that go nowhere, so you can see if there’s a spark in person. Once you both say yes to an introduction, Known finds a time that works and plans the date. Save the real getting-to-know-you part for when you meet.

Is there a clear next step?

Meet people looking for what you are

Known is a community of intentional daters who are ready for a real relationship. Whether you’re newly single, divorced, have been dating for a while, or simply ready to find your person - our matchmaker gets to know you and what you’re looking for so we can find the same in the people we introduce you to.

Does the conversation feel like you?

Meet someone chosen for you

There’s a lot about you that could never fit into a dating profile. At Known, we get to know all the little things that make you, you - your quirks, values, aspirations, and what you’re looking for in a relationship. We do the same with your potential matches, so we can introduce you to someone we believe you’ll have real compatibility with.

Known vs Keeper

The detailsKeeper
Matching
A conversation about your values, preferences and relationship goals, then a personal introduction.
AI ranks candidates against your preferences, then a human matchmaker vets each introduction.
Introductions
One person at a time, chosen around your values and relationship goals. You both decide whether to meet.
One match at a time. The woman reviews first, and an introduction happens only on a mutual yes.
Availability
Live in San Francisco and San Diego.
Mainly the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom; signup is open elsewhere with a smaller network.
Your phone
iOS and Android apps.
A web app that works in your browser.
Book the date
We choose a time and place and handle the reservation.
Introductions and contact exchange are described; booking the date is not.
Cost
Free matchmaking and date booking. Food and drinks are separate.
A free plan matched only with paying members, or a Marriage Bounty plan with a fee per match and a one-time success fee.
No subscription
No subscription. No monthly dating bill.
No subscription; per-match fees and a success fee at a relationship milestone instead.
Finally an app that encourages intentional dating! Super aesthetic and easy to navigate
a73849App Store review
This is such a cool app I love that it is curated and personalized. I genuinely feel in good hands
GigiialcApp Store review
Very impressive. I have to admit, it felt like a was in an episode of “black mirror” but I appreciate the thoroughness of the AI and the whole experience. Well done!
Asa RittermannApp Store review
Loved the onboarding process and hoping that this will shake up my dating experience!
The girl who is judgyApp Store review
Seriously this is the only app that doesn’t waste your time. Been on 2 dates so far and I just deleted hinge bc it doesn’t feel worth it anymore. Ty Known🩷
Gurlygirlgirl7App Store review
Such good UI and the experience was honestly very lux and easy. Team was quick to respond? Too
GordonyliApp Store review
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Some of our favorite places

Where Known dates take place

A few possibilities from our venue library. Your date’s location depends on your match, preferences, and availability.

A little more to know

Good questions.

Where is Known available?
Known is live in the Bay Area and San Diego, with plans to expand worldwide soon. If you’re outside the US, join the worldwide waitlist to be notified when we launch in your city.
Do I get to talk to my date before meeting them?
Yes, you can chat with your date at 7 AM on the morning of your reservation. Just enough time to work out any last minute details. Plenty of time to break the ice, without overthinking it.
Why do I need a friend to vouch for me?
Vouching helps us review your application with a more honest lens, which often strengthens your profile. The more we know about you, the better your Introductions.
Is Known available on Android?
Yes, in the US. Download it for Android, or use known.com/join and we will send you to the right place for your phone. Outside the US, join the global waitlist.
Why has my application not been approved yet?
Great question. If you are interested in applying for Known you must first complete your application. Applications are reviewed periodically by our team and the decision timeline can range anywhere from a couple days to several weeks. Application completion does not guarantee admittance to Known and memberships can be revoked.
How long does it take to chat with the matchmaker?
A typical conversation takes around 15 minutes, but take your time. You can always pause and come back to it whenever you're ready. We suggest finding a quiet place with good internet for the best experience.

Your pocket matchmaker

Less searching.
More knowing.

A conversation. An introduction. A date worth getting ready for.

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Known arranging a date, shown on an iPhone