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Grindr

Social networking app for LGBTQ people

grindr.com

Headquarters: Los Angeles, United States
Founded year: 2009
Company type: Public company
Number of employees: 50–400
Industry: Online Services

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Latest news about Grindr

In short: Grindr agreed to buy Freddie for $250M, reported 33% Q2 revenue growth, raised guidance, and settled a £26m privacy claim.

Company announcements

September 30 Grindr

Grindr acquires Freddie for healthcare expansion

The $250 million deal adds PrEP telehealth services to Grindr’s platform, aiming to create a comprehensive health ecosystem for its user base by Q4 2026.

August 6 Grindr

Grindr reports Q2 2026 revenue growth of 33 percent and raises full-year guidance

Revenue reached $138 million with net income of $18 million. The company raised its 2026 outlook to approximately $540 million in revenue driven by AI efficiency and user engagement.

July 27 Grindr

Grindr commits to connect 10M to HIV prevention by 2028

The commitment leverages Grindr's platform to address the gap between high PrEP awareness and low access amid shrinking global HIV funding.

June 23 Grindr

Grindr names CEO Arison Chairman of the Board

The Board also granted Arison 2.25M RSUs and extended his compensation through 2030.

Media coverage

September 30 The Wall Street Journal

Exclusive | Grindr Agrees to Buy HIV-Prevention Telehealth Provider Freddie for $250 Million

The gay dating-app’s first major acquisition reflects a broader expansion into the healthcare busine...

September 24 Tercera Información

Grindr will pay 30 million euros in the UK for sharing users' HIV data

Grindr has agreed to pay 26 million pounds -around 30 million euros- to settle a class action lawsuit filed in the UK by thousands of...

September 5 BBC

Grindr to pay £26m to settle claims it allegedly shared users' HIV status

The long-running claim alleges Grindr breached UK privacy laws by sharing data with third parties.

August 31 Whalesbook

Grindr Pivots to 'Everything App' Strategy as Revenue Grows 33%

Grindr (NYSE: GRND) reports 33% revenue growth while pivoting to an 'everything app' model. Learn about the company's Q2 2026 ...

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