IRLY Is Rewriting the Rules of Connection for Gen Z

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Meeting new people, especially through dating apps, can be uncomfortable. That’s why IRLY does things differently.

The app is tailored to Gen Z and offers a fresh approach to online dating. When someone special comes across your feed, you show interest by sending a profile reaction. You can also enhance your communication experience by engaging in interactive games and exchanging audio and video messages instead of just texting.

Founder Sophie Beren on fostering open-mindedness in our divided world.

In this episode of Young Influentials, Adweek digital editor and host Colin Daniels sits down with co-founders Laura Rollock and Connor Rose to discuss how they developed the app and what sets it apart from the other dating apps.

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