Where you don't have to explain yourself.
Most apps make being Black a filter you switch on. Marabou starts there — the people, the conversations and the culture are the app, not a setting three menus deep. Swipe, match, talk, and meet people who already get it.
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Built for us, not adjusted for us
You are not a niche here. Every profile in the deck is someone looking for the same thing you are, so you spend your time choosing instead of filtering.
A community, not just a deck
Pulse is a feed inside the app — posts, photos, polls, real arguments about date night. You can meet someone through what they think, not only how they photograph.
Safety that is actually enforced
Harassment, racism and hate are blocked before a post ever publishes, and repeat offenders lose the account. Reporting and blocking are two taps from anywhere.
Your city, at real distances
Not "somewhere in your area" — 1 mile, 1.4 miles, across town. Live presence dots show who is actually online, so you message someone who can answer now.
- Likes, Matches and Viewed one tab away
- Filter by age, distance, lifestyle, languages and more
- Distances in miles or kilometres — your choice
A room of our own
#blacklove. #realtalk. #soulfood. Share a photo, run a red flag / green flag poll, say the thing everybody is thinking. The best conversations start before the first message.
- Posts, photos, GIFs, polls and places
- Follow people you like — no match required
- Tap any profile to see their dating card
Decide on a person, not a photo
Their work, their school and what they are actually looking for sit right on the card. Swipe up to Super Like, send a gift to open with something better than "hey", and rewind the one you regret.
- Full profiles without leaving the deck
- Super Likes, Rewinds and digital gifts
- Matches expire if nobody says hi — conversations, not collections
Love does not only happen in English.
Marabou speaks five languages, switchable any time — including Kreyòl Ayisyen, which almost no dating app bothers to ship. Set it once and the whole app follows you.
What's inside
Discover
A clean swipe deck with rich profiles — photos, story, and what they're looking for, all in one card. Tap any card to read the full profile without leaving the deck.
Nearby
See who's around you right now, with real distances (miles or kilometers — your choice) and live presence dots so you know who's actually online.
Deep filters
Filter by age, distance, lifestyle, star sign, languages, education, and more — so the deck shows people who actually fit.
Super Likes
When someone really catches your eye, a Super Like puts you at the front of their attention — everyone gets a monthly allowance.
Rewinds
Swiped left by accident? Rewind brings the card right back. No more one-that-got-away.
Chats that count
New matches appear front and center, and free-member matches expire if nobody says hi — so conversations actually start instead of collecting dust.
Timed photos
VIP members can send photos that disappear after 5 or 10 seconds — for moments meant to be seen once.
Five languages
English, Español, Français, Kreyòl Ayisyen, and Português — switch instantly, anytime.
Free
$0Everything you need to start matching.
- 100 likes a day — passing is always free
- 5 Super Likes every month
- Match & chat with people up to 100 miles away
- Full search filters — age, distance, interests & more
- Block, report and safety tools
- Set your status to Online or Busy
Matches between two free members expire after 24 hours if nobody says hi — so say hi!
VIP Plus 👑
7-day free trialEverything in Free, plus the full experience.
- Unlimited likes — no daily cap
- See who likes you and who viewed your profile
- 15 Super Likes + 15 Rewinds every month
- No distance limit — match anywhere
- Your matches never expire
- Unsend messages within 24 hours
- Send disappearing timed photos (5s or 10s)
- Screenshot protection on your profile & chats (Android)
- Incognito mode — browse while appearing offline
- Passport — browse and match in another city
- 100% ad-free
Free trial available once per account. Extra Super Likes & Rewinds available to everyone from $0.25.
Safety Centre
Dating should feel exciting, not stressful.
Every Marabou account includes safety tools, plus practical tips for meeting new people. These tools and tips help — but your best judgment is always your strongest protection.
Photo checks
Every photo is screened automatically before it goes up. Verified members carry a gold check, and you can filter to them only.
Anonymous reporting
Report anyone in two taps. They're never told who reported them.
Instant blocking
Block anyone, anytime. They disappear from your world immediately — no explanation needed.
Private content protection
Screenshot protection guards private profiles and chats, and timed photos vanish after seconds.
Control your visibility
Choose how you appear — Online, Busy, or fully incognito while you browse.
Adults only
Marabou is strictly 18+. Underage accounts are removed when found.
Getting to know someone ›
- Keep conversations inside Marabou at first — our tools can only protect chats that happen here.
- Take your time. Anyone genuine will respect your pace; pressure to move fast is a signal, not a compliment.
- Look for the verified badge, and ask questions whose answers should stay consistent.
Your money & personal info ›
- Never send money, gift cards, or crypto to someone you haven't met in person — no matter how good the story is. This is the #1 sign of a scam.
- Keep your home address, workplace details, and financial info out of chats.
- Anyone asking you to click outside links or "invest" is not here to date. Report them.
Meeting in person ›
- First dates belong in public places — a café, a restaurant, somewhere with people around.
- Tell a friend where you're going, who you're meeting, and when you expect to be back.
- Get yourself there and back — keep control of your own ride.
- Keep your drink with you, and keep your phone charged.
Trust your instincts ›
- You never owe anyone your time. If something feels off, you can leave — mid-chat or mid-date.
- Unmatch, block, and report without guilt. Your comfort outranks their feelings.
- If a profile seems too perfect, it might be. Slow down and verify.
If something goes wrong
Report the profile in the app so our team can act, and block them so they can't reach you. If you're ever in immediate danger, contact your local emergency services (911 in the US) first — before anything else.
Marabou provides safety tools and educational tips, but does not conduct criminal background checks on members and cannot guarantee any member's identity or conduct. Always use your own judgment. See our community rules and privacy policy.
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