China's dating app promises money back if users don't marry within 3 years

A dating app in China has introduced an unusual money-back offer, promising users a refund if they fail to get married within three years of joining the platform.

According to media reports, the app, called Liangpai AI, aims to attract people who are serious about finding a life partner. It charges an annual membership fee of 2,000 Chinese yuan and offers an AI-powered matchmaking service

Unlike conventional dating platforms, Liangpai AI allows users to communicate with only one potential match at a time, encouraging them to develop a deeper understanding of each other before moving forward.

New members begin with a 20-minute conversation with the app's AI system, sharing information about their education, profession, interests, personality and expectations from a future spouse.

The system then analyses their responses to recommend a compatible partner.

Reports indicate that more than 35,000 people have registered on the platform, with its matchmaking success rate estimated at approximately nine per cent.

The app's three-year money-back guarantee has sparked widespread interest on social media, offering an unusual financial incentive to people seeking marriage.