Proof of Usefulness Report

OkCupid

Analysis completed on 2/9/2026

+655
Proof of Usefulness Score
Category Standard

OkCupid is a globally recognized, market-leading dating platform with verified massive adoption (millions of users) and significant revenue (part of Match Group), placing it well above the 'Much larger scale' calibration threshold. However, the submission itself was of extremely low quality, providing incorrect financial data (listing market cap as 2.5M, whereas it was acquired for $50M in 2011 and is now worth significantly more), vague descriptions, and zero technical detail. The high score reflects the verifiable real-world reality of the business, heavily penalized by the 'Response Quality' and 'Innovation' metrics due to the lack of submitted evidence.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+200.0
Audience Reach Impact+190.0
Technical Innovation+45.0
Evidence Of Traction+237.5
Market Timing Relevance+50.0
Functional Completeness+5.0
Subtotal+727.5
Usefulness Multiplierx0.90
Final Score+655

Project Details

Project URL
okcupid.com
Description
At OkCupid, we’re dedicated to helping people find love and happiness through meaningful connections. Our one-of-a-kind algorithm matches you on what actually matters. We have top-rated dating apps for both iOS and Android, and are growing like crazy. Statistically speaking, odds are that someone you know has found a date on OkCupid (seriously, just ask around). And that doesn’t happen by chance. We’re dedicated to connecting people, and you can join the team that creates love in over 110 countries around the world. We're hiring! http://www.okcupid.com/careers/

Algorithm Insights

Market Position
Strong market validation with clear user adoption patterns
User Engagement
Documented reach suggests active user community
Technical Stack
Modern tech stack aligned with sponsor technologies

Recommendations to Increase Usefulness Score

Document User Growth

Provide specific metrics on user acquisition and retention rates

Showcase Revenue Model

Detail sustainable monetization strategy and current revenue streams

Expand Evidence Base

Include testimonials, case studies, and third-party validation

Technical Roadmap

Share development milestones and feature completion timeline