Cupid.com
Cupid.com is one of the oldest online dating websites targeted at the United States, UK, Australia, and Canada markets. The founders claim that the website has more than 8 million users.
Type of site | Online dating service |
|---|---|
| Headquarters | London, UK |
| Owner | NSI Holdings Ltd |
| URL | Cupid.com |
| Commercial | Yes |
| Registration | Required for membership |
| Launched | 1 June 2002 |
| Current status | active |
History
Cupid.com began with its launch in the United Kingdom on 1 June 2002. The website was initially owned by Cupid plc, and then sold to NSI Holdings Ltd in 2014.
Wingman Barney
In 2015, Cupid.com launched a brand new feature to the online dating world called Wingman Barney.[1][2] This is a virtual wingman that helps users start an anonymous conversation with those they like. If the addressee likes the person who is introduced by Wingman Barney and agrees to meet the sender, Cupid's wingman presents them with lifetime free private communication.
Redesign
In June 2016, the website was totally redesigned and rebranded.[3] New features such as Quiz-matching and Likebook were introduced, along with a refreshed user interface.[4]
References
- "DATING WEBSITE, CUPID.COM, JUST BUILT YOU YOUR VERY OWN VIRTUAL WINGMAN". News Cult. 2015-11-06.
- "'Wingman Barney' Virtual Wingman From Cupid.com Will Help You Boost Your Online Dating Game". Bustle. 2016-06-09.
- "This virtual wingman will bro-down to find you a match". Daily Dot. 2016-06-08.
- "Cupid Adds Tinder-Style "Like" Game & Improved Safety Features In New Update". GlobalDatingInsights.com. 2016-06-15.