# Sobriety Dating Services The Sober Dating App Helps Those Who Don't Imbibe Find Love By Michael Hines | Published 2015-03-03 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sober-dating-app References: [thebolditalic](http://www.thebolditalic.com/articles/6955-new-sober-tinder-app-helps-you-avoid-drunk-dating-in-sf) & [sober.ly](http://sober.ly/) The Sober dating app is ostensibly for singles, but it does much more than just help you find a date. The new app works a lot like [Tinder](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blind-date1) in that you are given [location-based matches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/connection-app), but unlike the now-iconic app, Sober is meant to help folks who [don't drink or do drugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/free-af) find others like them. In addition to matching singles, you can also befriend them to create a social network full of sober friends. In addition to text messages, the Sober dating app also lets you send photos to matches and friends. You can post and browse the in-app newsfeed, and there is also a page with information on services to help you get and stay sober. The app just launched on iOS and an Android version is in the works. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.9/10 - Popularity: 12% | Activity: 36% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Sober Dating:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop a comprehensive platform that provides support and resources for sober individuals looking to connect, date, and build a social network. - **Location-based Matchmaking:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create a location-based matchmaking app that connects individuals with shared interests or lifestyles, enabling them to build meaningful relationships or friendships. - **Social Networks for Niche Communities:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Build a social networking platform tailored for specific communities, offering a space for like-minded individuals to connect, share experiences, and support one another. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Dating Services:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce specialized dating services catering to specific communities, such as sober individuals, to provide a customized and supportive dating experience. - **Technology and App Development:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative mobile apps with unique features, such as photo sharing and in-app newsfeeds, to enhance user experiences and meet evolving user needs. - **Addiction Recovery and Support:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create online platforms or services that offer comprehensive resources, information, and connections to support individuals in their journey towards sobriety and a healthy lifestyle. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Alcohol Tracking Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soberly.md) - [Sexless Social Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sexless-social-app.md) - [Non-Alcoholic Discovery Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/na-drink-locator-app.md) - [Sober-Curious Community Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rethink-with-tempest.md) - [Natural Sobriety Supplements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sobr.md) - [Sober Curious Events](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sober-curious.md) - [Health-Focused Alcohol-Tracking Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alcoholtracking-app.md) - [Activity Focused Socialization Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sosocial-app.md) - [Matchmaking Dating Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheers-dating-app.md)