Russia: dating services users by segment 2017-2027

Online dating was the dating services segment in Russia with the largest user base in 2021 at approximately eight million people and the one with the smallest user base was matchmaking services. According to estimates of the Statista Digital Market Outlook, the number of both online dating and matchmaking users is predicted to increase to approximately 8.8 million and 1.1 million people respectively in 2027.

Number of users of dating services in Russia from 2017 to 2027, by segment (in millions)

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The eServices market segment Dating Services contains the user and revenue development of three service categories: (1) Matchmaking, (2) Online Dating and (3) Casual Dating. Dating Services are generally characterized by their search functionality which enables its users to establish interpersonal relationships via the internet. This includes the focused search for life partners, flirts or sexual partners. Both dating portals and apps are incorporated into the examination.
The Matchmaking market segment contains dating services for the systematic search for partners who are willing to enter into a long-term committed relationship by means of mathematical algorithms. The market segment of Online Dating is made up of online services that offer a platform on which its members can flirt, chat or fall in love. Two examples are Tinder and Bumble, these platforms focus on casual contacting and easy flirting among its members. Casual Dating comprises online services for the establishment of sexually oriented contacts outside of romantic relationships.
Offline dating agencies or online purchased tickets for speed dating or similar events are not included.

All figures are estimates. A detailed methodology can be found in the Statista Digital Market Outlook.

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