Grindr Inc.

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About Grindr Inc.

Grindr Inc. runs the Grindr platform, a global social network for gay, bisexual, transgender and queer people. According to its filings, the app is available through Apple's App Store and Google Play, as well as on the web, and offers both a free, ad-supported service and a premium subscription version. The company describes itself as the "Global Gayborhood in Your Pocket" and says it started in 2009. In a September 2026 release it said the app serves nearly 16 million average monthly active users.

Grindr Inc. is a Delaware-incorporated company whose shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker GRND. Its registered address is in West Hollywood, California, although its press releases are datelined Los Angeles. George Arison is Chairman and CEO. The company originally incorporated in the Cayman Islands in July 2020 as Tiga Acquisition Corp, the special purpose acquisition company it later merged with to become public.

For the second quarter of 2026, Grindr reported revenue of $138 million, up 33% year on year, and said it is turning itself into an AI-native organisation. On 30 September 2026 it agreed to acquire PurposeMed Inc., the parent of the PrEP telehealth provider Freddie, for $250 million in cash and stock, to expand Grindr Health. On 27 October 2026 it said it was rolling out new sensitive-data controls for its gAI features. It is due to report third-quarter results on 5 November 2026.

Stories about Grindr Inc.

• Grindr rolls out new sensitive-data controls for its gAI features 28 October 2026
  Grindr is rolling out simplified sensitive-data controls for gAI features and gAI development from the week of 27 October, with certain health data excluded.

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• Jaisalmer police arrest six over alleged Grindr kidnap and extortion 10 November 2026

Questions about Grindr Inc.

What is Grindr Inc.?

Grindr Inc. operates the Grindr app, a social network for gay, bisexual, transgender and queer people. It is listed on the NYSE as GRND.

Where is Grindr headquartered?

Its SEC filings give a West Hollywood, California address. Its press releases are datelined Los Angeles.

Who is Grindr's CEO?

George Arison is Chairman and CEO, as named in the company's August 2026 results release.

What did Grindr announce about the acquisition of Freddie?

On 30 September 2026 Grindr agreed to acquire PurposeMed Inc., the parent of PrEP telehealth provider Freddie, for $250 million in cash and stock. Closing is expected in Q4 2026.

When does Grindr report third-quarter 2026 results?

After the market closes on 5 November 2026.

What does Grindr Inc. do?

Grindr Inc. operates the Grindr app, a social network for gay, bisexual, transgender and queer people, available on iOS, Android and the web. It is listed on the New York Stock Exchange as GRND and is headquartered in West Hollywood, California.

Where is Grindr Inc. based?

Grindr Inc. is based in West Hollywood, United States.

When was Grindr Inc. founded?

Grindr Inc. was founded in 2009.

Sources

1. Grindr Inc. Form 8-K (SEC)
2. Grindr Inc. Form 10-Q (SEC)
3. Grindr to Acquire Freddie (press release, SEC exhibit 99.1)
4. Grindr Reports Second Quarter 2026 Revenue Growth of 33% (SEC exhibit 99.1)
5. Grindr Announces Date of Third Quarter 2026 Financial Results Earnings Call (Business Wire)
6. Grindr rolls out new sensitive-data controls for its gAI features (DII)