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Alternative to Sniffies

A different kind of here and now.

If you've been exploring Sniffies and fancy a planned date with one person, meet Known. Start by telling us about yourself and what you're looking for. We'll get to know you, make an introduction, and help with the date when the feeling is mutual. One plan, two people, and room to see where the conversation goes.

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4.7App Store monthly average
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This is such a great app. I love how you are able to find someone for me so easily and effectively! It was effortless and helped me find someone I adore! Best app!
JAKEt007_App Store review
Night and day compared to other dating apps. Excited to see what comes of this in my life!
FrankS8360App Store review
Finally an app that encourages intentional dating! Super aesthetic and easy to navigate
a73849App Store review
So glad this app exists, I’m already being matched with such perfect dates, I’m so excited
hihihihihi12345..App Store review
Wow even from the first interaction it is clear how intentional this is
Dom AlexisApp 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?

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.

What kind of connection are you seeking?

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.

Want room for the whole person?

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.

Would clearer intentions help?

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.

Want a date with a plan?

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.

Looking for a different pace?

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.

Known vs Sniffies

The detailsSniffies
Focus
Personal matchmaking for people looking for a relationship.
Cruising and nearby connections.
Discovery
A conversation about your values, preferences and relationship goals, then a personal introduction.
An interactive map of nearby people and cruising spots.
Manual swiping
None. We find your match; you decide whether to meet.
Explore a map instead.
Book the date
We choose a time and place and handle the reservation.
Date booking isn’t advertised.
Cost
Free matchmaking and date booking. Food and drinks are separate.
Free access with paid Plus features.
No subscription
No subscription. No monthly dating bill.
Optional Sniffies Plus subscription.
Really cool idea and app, hopefully it will change the dating game
LizzzzaaaaazzzzzamApp Store review
Amazing!! Was super user friendly and took minimal time to set up. Great idea and executed really well!!
tademadeApp Store review
i actually liked how they took care of picking the whole date place for me.
johan.j208App Store review
Great app for authentic dating and very refreshing concept behind the app.
sam736528App Store review
Genuinely the best dating app I’ve ever used. Very good personalization.
Henryyy1969App Store review
Got to know me better than I know myself and actually got me dates with interesting people. 10/10 recommend
lwc2120App Store review
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Some of our favorite places

Where Known dates take place

A long bar with a lit shelf wall of bottles above a row of stools in a warmly lit room.

San Diego

Craft Bar Kamon

Slip through a discreet door inside Asa Bakery to reach Craft Bar Kamon, a Japanese craft cocktail bar in East Village. The 1920s-themed room has armchairs and love seats, paper-screen walls, an antique wall phone and a zen garden.

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A packed outdoor amphitheater crowd facing a lit stage with a classical backdrop at dusk.

Berkeley

Greek Theatre

Make a night of live music at the Greek Theatre, an open-air amphitheater in the Berkeley hills. Pick a show you are both excited about, arrive early to settle in, and turn the concert into the main event of a longer second date.

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Lounge corner with leather chairs, a wood bench table and a large landscape mural

Marin

Farmshop Marin

Take a seat at the long wooden bar or out on the spacious patio at Farmshop Marin, a farm-to-table restaurant in the Marin Country Mart in Larkspur. The open kitchen and pizza oven bring some energy to the room, while the patio gives you a quieter option near the Larkspur Landing ferry dock.

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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.

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.
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.
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.
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.
How do I delete my account?
Sorry to see you go. If you'd like to withdraw your application to Known you can do so by deleting your account in settings. All data will be deleted within 30 days of the request, abiding by data compliance. We recommend pausing your account, because if you withdraw, you will re-enter the waitlist upon returning.
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.

Your pocket matchmaker

Less searching.
More knowing.

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

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