Just when you think dating apps can’t get any more bizarre, an old one pops back up: Score. Originally launched in 2024, Score aimed to create transparency around personal finances by requiring users to have a credit score of 675 or higher to join. Surprisingly, this quirky twist helped them gain over 50,000 active users.
Now, Score’s founder, Luke Bailey, is gearing up to relaunch the app. You can check out the new site and join a waiting list for its revamped version. Their new tagline? “Dating for People With Good Credit.”
This new version of Score promises to be more inclusive. Users will have two membership options: one available to everyone and another for those willing to verify their credit scores. The verified members will enjoy extra benefits, like sending video introductions and messaging users who haven’t already swiped right.
But there are concerns. Score is partnering with Equifax for credit and identity verification, raising red flags among privacy advocates. Bailey defends the idea, stating, “We measure reliability alongside compatibility.” He believes that if someone can manage their credit, they might also be more dependable in relationships.
Interestingly, this app is launching at a time when many young Americans face a credit crunch reminiscent of the 2008 financial crisis. Recent data shows that average credit scores are dropping faster than they have in years. In this climate, will people really care about their partner’s credit score? Or will they see Score as just another attempt to collect personal information?
The app’s premise is worth pondering. Does a good credit score really indicate that someone is more reliable in dating? Critics argue that a missed credit card payment doesn’t necessarily mean someone is flaky or forgetful. These questions remain to be answered as users start to engage with the app.
In a world increasingly focused on financial stability, the conversation around the reliability of relationships may shift. Will apps like Score redefine what we look for in partners? Only time will tell.
