Mutual-Interest Dating Platform

The Dating Pool

The Dating Pool is a modern mutual-interest dating MVP designed to redefine how people connect by removing traditional profile browsing and introducing a privacy-first, interest-based matching system. Instead of swiping through profiles, users simply express interest in people they already know, creating a safer and more intentional approach to online dating.

The platform is built around a unique “entry and reveal” concept where users submit the names of up to three people they are interested in. Once both parties are present in the system or join later, a match is automatically detected and identities are revealed, ensuring that connections are mutual and consent-based.

Designed as a scalable MVP, The Dating Pool focuses on validating the core matching concept with a simple, clean, and highly secure user experience. The system supports structured onboarding, email-based authentication, and a controlled entry mechanism that prevents spam and duplicate submissions.

Users can sign up using email verification, set up a basic profile, and submit their interest entries. The platform then securely stores these entries and continuously checks for matches. When a mutual connection is detected, both users receive a notification, and a dedicated match screen is unlocked showing full identity details and optional social links.

The platform also includes a subscription-based model using Stripe integration, allowing users to unlock premium actions such as editing or deleting entries. This ensures both monetization and controlled platform usage.

An admin panel provides complete visibility over platform operations, including user growth, active subscriptions, match tracking, and revenue insights, ensuring smooth system monitoring and scalability.

Key Features

• Unique no-browsing, mutual-interest dating system.
• Entry-based matching with up to 3 interest submissions per user.
• Automatic identity reveal on mutual match detection.
• Email-based authentication with OTP or link verification.
• Secure user profile setup with optional social links.
• Real-time match detection system between users.
• Notification system for match alerts via email.
• Subscription model powered by Stripe ($10/month).
• Premium actions including entry edit and deletion.
• Strict duplicate entry prevention system.