Overtone
In short: Overtone is an early-stage dating service that uses AI and voice to make a small number of curated introductions. It was incubated inside Hinge during 2025. Match Group announced the spinout in December 2025, when Hinge founder Justin McLeod stepped down as Hinge chief executive to lead it. Jackie Jantos succeeded him at Hinge.
Key facts
| Type | Dating platform |
|---|---|
| Headquarters | USA |
| Founded | 2025 |
| Apps and brands | Overtone |
People
- Justin McLeod, Founder & CEO
- Lucille McCart, Head of Communications
Apps and brands
- Overtone: AI and voice-powered dating by Hinge founder Justin McLeod. Match Group leading funding round.
Timeline
Deals
| Date | Type | Parties | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 July 2026 | Funding | Overtone: Match Group (lead) | $18M seed |
Stories about Overtone
- Lucille McCart's Leap: What Her Move to Overtone Signals for Bumble
Former Bumble comms director Lucille McCart has joined AI matchmaking startup Overtone as Head of Communications after nearly seven years at Bumble. - Match Group's $18M Bet on Overtone: A Swipe Model Requiem?
Match Group led an $18M seed round for Overtone, Justin McLeod's AI voice-based dating startup, which will not launch until late 2026. - Hinge Founder Leaves to Build AI Rival. Match Group Funds Its Own Disruption.
Hinge founder Justin McLeod is leaving to build Overtone, an AI-focused dating app backed by Match Group. COO Jackie Jantos becomes Hinge CEO.
Questions about Overtone
What does Overtone do?
Overtone is an early-stage dating service that uses AI and voice to make a small number of curated introductions. It was incubated inside Hinge during 2025. Match Group announced the spinout in December 2025, when Hinge founder Justin McLeod stepped down as Hinge chief executive to lead it.
Where is Overtone based?
Overtone is based in USA.
When was Overtone founded?
Overtone was founded in 2025.
Which apps does Overtone own?
DII's directory lists Overtone.
What is Overtone's latest deal?
Funding: Match Group (lead), $18M seed, 15 July 2026.