Muzz
In short: Muzz is a marriage and dating app for Muslims, founded in London in 2015 by Shahzad Younas, a former Morgan Stanley banker. It went through Y Combinator, raising a $1.75 million seed round in 2017 and a $7 million Series A in July 2019. It rebranded from Muzmatch to Muzz in 2022, after a trademark dispute in which the London courts sided with Match Group.
Key facts
| Type | Dating platform |
|---|---|
| Headquarters | UK |
| Founded | 2015 |
| Apps and brands | Muzz |
| LinkedIn profile |
People
- Shahzad Younas, Founder & CEO
Apps and brands
- Muzz: Leading Muslim dating app with global reach.
Stories about Muzz
- Muzz's India Bet: Organic Growth or Vanity Metrics?
Muslim matchmaking app Muzz is committing to a full India launch after organic growth, with 10 million registered users globally, the company says. - Muzz's Ramadan Traffic Dip: A Predictable Vulnerability in Faith-Based Dating
Muzz traffic fell 20% in early Ramadan 2026, founder Shahzad Younas says, with the steepest drops in Europe and North America. - Muzz's Offline Events: A Monetisation Signal or Just a Costly PR Stunt?
Muzz held its first offline singles event in India, with around 100 participants in Mumbai, using structured activities and QR code profile exchanges. - Muzz's 15,000 Marriages: Why Western Dating Apps Can't Compete
Muzz says it has facilitated 15,000 marriages among 1.2 million Pakistani users, using profile blurring and a chaperone mode built for family involvement.
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Questions about Muzz
What does Muzz do?
Muzz is a marriage and dating app for Muslims, founded in London in 2015 by Shahzad Younas, a former Morgan Stanley banker. It went through Y Combinator, raising a $1.75 million seed round in 2017 and a $7 million Series A in July 2019.
Where is Muzz based?
Muzz is based in UK.
When was Muzz founded?
Muzz was founded in 2015.
Which apps does Muzz own?
DII's directory lists Muzz.
Also known as: Muzmatch.