Bengaluru-based startup Kutumb has launched Polo, a specialized dating application for the LGBTQ+ community, now available on the Google Play Store.
Polo offers features like selfie-based profile verification, intelligent matchmaking, instant messaging, and audio/video calling. Users can also create private photo albums and apply filters based on age and location.
Polo’s release aligns with Kutumb’s strategy of expanding its consumer internet offerings beyond its primary social networking platform. In addition to Polo, Kutumb manages various consumer apps spanning astrology, lifestyle, social networking, and utilities.
In June 2021, Kutumb secured $26 million in Series A funding led by Tiger Global, a significant milestone for the company. Financially, Kutumb reported a substantial revenue surge in FY25, reaching Rs 128.6 crore in operations revenue and a net profit of Rs 12 crore.
Sources indicate that Polo is currently generating approximately Rs 5 crore in monthly revenue. Polo’s entry into India’s LGBTQ+ dating market introduces competition alongside existing platforms like Grindr and ROMEO. The LGBTQ+ dating segment, though smaller than mainstream apps, has seen growth in urban areas, highlighting the importance of user safety, privacy, profile verification, and moderation in fostering trust and retention.
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