TV dating app prototype
Bring your dating platform to the living room. Reach users on Apple TV, Android TV, and Fire TV with synchronized profiles and swipe-based matching.
You're probably here because: you already have a dating platform running on web and mobile, and you're looking for new channels to reach users where competitors aren't yet. Smart TV is that untapped channel — entertainment-focused, social by nature, and growing fast.
Overview
Dating belongs to the entertainment industry — just like TV. While most dating apps fight for attention on crowded smartphone screens, Smart TV offers a fresh, distraction-free environment where users are relaxed and open to new connections.
This prototype service creates a TV client for your Dating Pro platform. Your existing control panel, user database, and matching algorithms stay intact. We build only the TV-side interface, optimized for remote control navigation and big-screen viewing.
Full sync with your platform
TV users log in with existing accounts. Matches, likes, and profile views sync instantly across web, mobile, and TV. Users swipe on TV, then continue conversations on their phones — a natural multi-device flow that increases engagement.
Supported platforms
Apple TV (tvOS) Android TV Amazon Fire TV Roku (on request) Samsung Tizen (on request)
What you get
Swipe-optimized interface
Navigation designed for TV remotes. Left/right swiping, profile browsing, and photo galleries work smoothly with directional controls.
Group viewing mode
Friends can help swipe together on the big screen — a social activity that drives engagement and word-of-mouth growth.
Cross-device continuity
Profiles sync with web and mobile apps. Users swipe on TV, chat on phone. One account, multiple touchpoints.
HD profile photos
Photos look stunning on big screens. Higher resolution display helps users make better match decisions.
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Perfect for
Existing Dating Pro platform owners
You have a running dating site and want to expand reach without rebuilding your backend. TV app connects to your existing infrastructure.
Entrepreneurs targeting untapped channels
Smart TV app stores have far less competition than mobile. Get early-mover advantage in a growing market segment.
Niche dating platforms
Senior dating, casual encounters, or lifestyle communities where users spend more time at home watching TV.
How it works
TV apps focus on discovery. Users browse profiles, view photos, and swipe to like or pass — all optimized for remote control navigation. Personal actions like messaging and profile editing stay on mobile devices where typing is easier.
This mirrors how Tinder's Apple TV app works: swiping on the big screen, conversations on the phone. It's a proven UX pattern that keeps the TV experience simple while driving users to your full-featured mobile app.
Pricing — prototype stage
The $99 starting price covers initial prototype and evaluation. Final cost depends on:
■ Number of target platforms (Apple TV, Android TV, Fire TV)
■ Custom UI/UX requirements
■ Integration complexity with your existing setup
FAQ
Do I need to have a Dating Pro platform already?
No. You can start with the TV app as your first channel, then add web and mobile later. However, the most cost-effective path is to have your main platform running first — TV becomes an extension, not a standalone product.
Can users chat on TV?
We recommend keeping chat on mobile. Typing with a remote is frustrating. The TV app focuses on discovery (swiping, viewing profiles), then users switch to their phones for conversations.
How long does development take?
Prototype review takes 1-2 weeks. Full development timeline depends on scope — typically 4-8 weeks per platform after prototype approval.
Will the app be published to TV app stores?
Yes, we handle submission to Apple TV App Store, Google Play for Android TV, and Amazon Appstore. Each platform has its own review process (typically 1-2 weeks).
Ready to explore TV as a dating channel?
Our team will review your platform and provide a detailed prototype proposal within 1 business day.
Request a 3-day demoOur Sales team will set it up on your platform; purchase after the trial if satisfied