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Platform MVP Is Live! 🚀

Our core dating features are now available. This is just the beginning — help us grow into something bigger.

Seedling growing, symbolizing new beginnings and growth potential

Today we are excited to announce that the Minimum Viable Product (MVP) of Open Hearts Dating is officially live! This is a major milestone — but it is just the beginning.

⚠️ Important Note

This is a Minimum Viable Product — a functional foundation with core features. The full vision of Open Hearts Dating is much bigger, and we need your help to get there.

What Is Available Now:

✅ User Registration & Login

Create your account securely and access the platform.

✅ Identity Verification

Upload your ID to get verified and unlock all features. Only verified users can interact — this keeps everyone safe.

✅ Profile Creation

Build your profile with your story, location, interests, and optional accessibility information.

✅ Browse Profiles

Discover other verified members and find people who share your values and experiences.

✅ Likes & Matching

Like profiles you are interested in. When someone likes you back — it is a match!

✅ Messaging

Chat with your matches in real-time. Only matched users can message each other — no unwanted contacts.

What Is Coming Next:

The full version of Open Hearts Dating will include:

  • 📸 Photo uploads with AI-generated alt text for accessibility
  • 🆘 SOS & Mutual Aid module for community support
  • 🛡️ Admin panel for moderation and safety
  • 💳 PayPal donations integration
  • 🔍 Advanced search and filtering
  • 📱 Mobile apps (iOS & Android)
  • 🌍 Multi-language support
  • ♿ Enhanced accessibility features

We Need Your Help:

Open Hearts Dating is a nonprofit project. We do not have venture capital or big investors. We are building this because we believe everyone deserves love and connection — regardless of ability.

To build the full version, we need:

👥 Interested People

Sign up, create your profile, invite friends. The more people join, the more valuable the platform becomes for everyone.

🤝 Volunteers

Developers, designers, moderators, translators — every skill helps. Join our volunteer team!

💜 Supporters

Financial support helps us pay for servers, security, and development. Every donation makes a difference.

📢 Advocates

Share our mission with your network. Tell people about Open Hearts Dating. Help us reach those who need this platform.

This MVP is a seed. With your support, it can grow into something that changes lives. Together, we can build a dating platform where everyone belongs.

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