Dating, done right

Hear the spark before you swipe.

Vela is a voice-first dating app — verified, safe, and fairly priced. Meet someone genuine, not another profile.

18+ · Launching on iOS & Android

Everything you want, nothing you don't

Voice-first

Lead with a voice intro, not just photos. Hear the spark before you swipe.

Smart matching

Thoughtful discovery that learns what you actually like — no endless noise.

AI icebreakers

Never stare at a blank chat. Warm, tasteful openers tailored to your match.

Verified profiles

Photo and video verification means the person is who they say they are.

Safety-first

AI moderation, easy reporting and blocking, and privacy you control.

Fair pricing

Premium feel, fair price — and cheaper than the big names, region by region.

Fair pricing, premium feel

Regional pricing keeps Vela affordable wherever you are. Cancel anytime.

Free

£0forever
  • Daily likes
  • Voice intros
  • AI icebreakers
  • Women enjoy more free likes, visibility & filters
Start free
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Glow

£6.99/ month
  • Unlimited likes
  • See who liked you
  • Advanced filters
  • Rewind your last swipe
Go Glow

Aura

£12.99/ month
  • Everything in Glow
  • Weekly boosts
  • Travel mode
  • Incognito browsing
Go Aura

Safety & trust

Built to feel safe from the first hello

Dating should feel exciting, never unsafe. Vela bakes safety into every step — so you can focus on the connection.

Photo & video verification

Real people only — liveness checks keep bots and catfish out.

AI moderation

Harmful messages and content are caught and reviewed, fast.

Report & block

One tap to report or block. We act on it.

Your data, your call

Clear privacy controls and secure storage by default.

Questions, answered

Is Vela free?

Yes — the Free tier lets you match and chat. Glow and Aura unlock more.

What makes Vela different?

Voice-first profiles, genuine verification, strong safety, and fair regional pricing.

How does verification work?

You submit a quick selfie (and optional short video). Verified profiles get a badge.

Do women really get more?

Yes. On the free tier women get more likes, visibility and filters — by design.

Is my data safe?

We use secure storage, AI moderation, and give you privacy controls.

When can I download it?

Vela is launching soon on iOS and Android — join from the app stores.

Your person is out there.

Join Vela and start something real.