YouTube was meant to be a dating site when launched in 2005. It failed. During late 2005, Sequoia Capital invested 3.5 million dollars into Youtubes Series A. Sequoia partner Roelof Botha had worked at Paypal with the cofounders and learned about the platform after using it to upload honeymoon and wedding videos.

Why did YouTube change from a dating site?

But whats little know is that when it was launched in 2005, the site had a different aim: dating. According to co-founder Steve Chen, it was designed as a way for people to upload videos of themselves talking about the partner of their dreams.

When did YouTube stop being a dating site?

YouTube was meant to be a dating site when launched in 2005. It failed. A year later, the platform was receiving 25 million views and seeing 20,000 uploads every day.

How long was YouTube a dating app?

YouTube was meant to be a dating site when launched in 2005. It failed. A year later, the platform was receiving 25 million views and seeing 20,000 uploads every day.

Which app is best for free dating?

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