Zoosk
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File:ZooskLogo.png | |
Type of site | Online dating service, Social network service |
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Created by | Alex Mehr, Shayan Zadeh |
URL | http://www.zoosk.com |
Commercial | Yes |
Registration | Required |
Zoosk is a social networking and online dating website with third-party applications on several social networking services.[1] Zoosk is based in San Francisco, CA.[2]
Zoosk is a subscription-based dating service, but non-paying members can post a profile and browse other profiles for free. Non-paying members can also pay for some services with virtual currency.[3]
History
The company was started in December 2007 by Alex Mehr and Shayan Zadeh, initially as a third-party dating application on Facebook.[4]
In May 2010, recording artists T-Pain and Flo Rida released a song inspired by Zoosk entitled "Zoosk Girl".[5]
In September 2010, Zoosk began to restrict the age range of members that are searchable: people aged 18 can search for matches only under the age of 20, regardless of their personal preference.
Features
Zoosk users can access the service on Zoosk's main website or use its third-party application on their Facebook, Bebo, Hi5, Tagged, or Myspace social networking platforms. [1] Zoosk also offers a mobile phone version of its service.
References
- ^ "Networking Sites Provide New Ways to Meet Potential Dates" – Washington Post, March 6, 2009
- ^ "The Next Big Thing: The Top 50 Venture-Backed Companies" – The Wall Street Journal, March 9, 2010
- ^ "Bessemer GP on Playdom deal" – Boston Business Journal, July 28, 2010
- ^ "Zoosk Lands Another $30 Million For Social Dating" – Washington Post, December 3, 2009
- ^ "Flo Rida to Show Range of Skills on Double Album, 'The Only One'" – Billboard, August 17, 2010
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