# Lefty > Source: https://www.datingindustryinsights.com/products/lefty | Publisher: Dating Industry Insights (High Intent Media Inc) | Last checked: 2026-10-24 **In short:** Lefty, now branded Fyra and previously also called Flamr, is a dating app for progressive and left-leaning singles. It is published by Similar Souls do Brasil Eireli, which also lists the vegan app Veggly, and began in Brazil before expanding to the US and UK. It matters as a small test of political niche dating and user density. ## Key facts - Type: Dating app - Headquarters: Brazil - Status: Operating. The app is live on the App Store and Google Play, with version 3.4.9 on the App Store at the time of research. - Website: fyradating.com - Developer / publisher: Similar Souls do Brasil Eireli (2026) [source](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/fyra-dating-for-progressives/id1619368686) - Former names: The App Store listing says the app was previously called Lefty and Flamr; it is now branded Fyra (2026) [source](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/fyra-dating-for-progressives/id1619368686) - Rename: Google Play says Flamr is now Fyra, with the same app and community, and only the name changed (2026) [source](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.leftyapp&hl=en) - Founder / CEO: Alex Felipelli, described as CEO and founder of Lefty (2024) [source](https://www.datingnews.com/apps-and-sites/lefty-helps-progressives-idating/) - Origin and markets: Started as an app in Brazil for progressives; Lefty later launched in the United States and United Kingdom (2023) [source](https://www.datingadvice.com/online-dating/lefty-focus-on-producing-compatible-matches) - Google Play availability: Available on Google Play since June 2022 according to AppBrain, which conflicts with DII's description of a 2024 launch (2026-02) [source](https://www.appbrain.com/app/lefty-dating-for-progressives/com.leftyapp) - Website: fyradating.com is the official site; leftyapp.com is also still in use (2026) [source](https://fyradating.com/) - Business model: Free to sign up, like, match and chat; premium subscription (Fyra+) and in-app Sparks purchases; 18+ rating; nine languages (2026) [source](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/fyra-dating-for-progressives/id1619368686) - DII coverage: DII listed Lefty among four niche apps it said launched in 2024 and described it as a progressive political community (2025-01-08) [source](https://www.datingindustryinsights.com/news/entrepreneurs-target-niche-dating-communities) ## About Lefty is a dating app for progressives and left-leaning singles. Its App Store and Google Play listings now carry the name Fyra, and both say it was previously called Lefty and Flamr. The Google Play description says the change is a rename only, with the same app and community. The publisher is Similar Souls do Brasil Eireli, which also lists the vegan dating app Veggly on the App Store. Trade coverage describes it as an app that began in Brazil and later launched in the United States and United Kingdom. The Lefty brand is still used in places, including the leftyapp.com privacy policy and a support email address. The app follows the familiar model. Users build a profile, like other members and chat once there is a match. Free users can match and chat, and paid options include a subscription called Fyra+ and in-app purchases of credits called Sparks. The App Store lists an 18+ age rating and support for nine languages. Alex Felipelli is named as the founder and CEO in trade coverage. For the dating industry, Lefty is an example of a politics-led niche product. Dating Industry Insights has grouped it with other small apps that depend on local user density, and some app store reviewers have said there are few users in their area. Its Google Play listing dates to June 2022 according to AppBrain, so DII's description of it as a 2024 launch looks inconsistent with that record. ## Questions **What is Lefty?** Lefty is a dating app for progressive and left-leaning singles. Its app store listings now use the name Fyra. **Who owns Lefty?** The App Store lists Similar Souls do Brasil Eireli as the developer and seller. The same company lists the vegan dating app Veggly. **Has Lefty changed its name?** Yes. The App Store and Google Play listings say the app was previously called Lefty and Flamr and is now Fyra. **Where is Lefty based?** Trade coverage says it began in Brazil, and its publisher is a Brazilian company. A city has not been confirmed. **Who founded Lefty?** Alex Felipelli is named as founder and CEO in trade coverage. --- Canonical: https://www.datingindustryinsights.com/products/lefty