SALT (dating app)

SALT is a Christian dating app designed to facilitate connections among Christians seeking relationships.^[1] The app, launched by a team of Christians in the United Kingdom at September 2018 aims to address the challenges of meeting like-minded individuals in everyday life and is created solely for Christians.^[2][3][4] Since launching, millions of single Christians in 50 countries have used the SALT app.^[5]

App Features

Users can match, exchange messages, and arrange meetings without requiring a paid subscription. The app offers a number of innovative features including live audio hangouts, a social feed prioritising connection with other single Christians as well as profiles that allow users to connect on values, personality traits, interests, how they connect with God etc.^[5]

The app also provides a premium version. Premium features include the ability to send likes with an intro message, view profiles that have liked the user, access to an increased number of daily likes and global search.^[6]

History

Paul Rider, a professional thriving in London's FinTech sector, faced challenges in finding a compatible Christian partner through existing online dating platforms. Recognizing a gap in the market for a faith-based dating service, he was inspired to create SALT—a dating app tailored specifically for Christians. Upon its launch, SALT attracted thousands of users and achieved profitability. To further its mission of supporting Christians in various stages of relationships, from singleness to marriage preparation, SALT sought additional capital for expansion. SALT secured $370,000 in funding, enabling it to enhance its offerings and extend its global reach.^[7]

Media coverage

In February 2019, BBC Songs of Praise featured a Christian Speed Dating event, which was run by SALT. The segment also included an interview with SALT's founders, and a couple who met through the platform, as part of a Valentine's Day special. ^[8]

In October 2025, SALT was voted the Best Christian Dating App in the UK by TheUpComing.co.uk.^[5]