Rebuild the ties that bind
An app for real, local, platonic friends — no dates, no drama.
About Us
Loneliness is at record levels — 36% of American adults say they feel it every day. We think that’s unacceptable. Community has collapsed, technology often isolates, and modern life leaves too many of us without real friends. We’re here to change that.
Our mission: help adults make real, local, platonic friends.
Our vision: a world where no one has to eat alone.
We build with three core values:
- Safety → meet and connect in a trusted way
- Empathy → genuine, human-first design
- Inclusivity → everyone belongs

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In a Nutshell
Some key points about The Ties:
Voice Intros
A 15-second voice message builds empathy faster than text or photos, helping users feel seen as real people, not profiles.
Group Hangouts
Starting with 3–4 people in public places ensures safety and low pressure, making it easier for isolated adults to show up.
Follow-Up Nudges
Gentle prompts like “Send a voice note: ‘That was fun!’” prevent ghosting and reinforce meaningful connection.
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Our Team
Show your team members

Lil B Gurung
Founder- CEO

CTO / Co-founder

Advisor Scientist
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Pricing Tables
Free Tier
$0
per Month
3 hangout RSVPs/month
Basic matching
1 Circle
No advanced filters
24/7 Customer Support
Premium
$4.99
per Month
Unlimited RSVPs
Advanced filters (personality, vibe)
“Squad” features
Event reminders + calendar sync
24/7 Customer Support
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What You Get with The Ties
The things you get when installing Neve:
Real Connection, Not Just Swiping
We replace empty swipes with 15-second voice intros — so you hear someone’s laugh, warmth, and honesty before you meet. No curated photos. No pressure. Just real human connection.
Safe, Low-Pressure Hangouts
No awkward 1-on-1s. We start with group hangouts (3–4 people) in public places like coffee shops and parks — so you can show up with confidence, not anxiety.
Follow-Up That Actually Works
We send gentle nudges like “Send a voice note: ‘That was fun!’” — proven to prevent ghosting and build real bonds, one small step at a time.
Friendship That Builds Over Time
We don’t stop at one hangout. Our app guides you from stranger → acquaintance → friend, with features like “Your Squad” and progress tracking.
Platonic-First, Always
We’re built for friendship, not romance — no swiping, no dates, no pressure. You join a “Coffee Walk,” not a “date.” We protect users from the emotional exhaustion of dating apps.
Designed for the Modern World
We make real friendship low-pressure, structured, and repeatable. We know the “modern way of life” — economic stress, remote work, social media, and weakened community — has made connection harder (Holt-Lunstad, 2010).
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Blog
Showcase your latest blog posts here:
The Loneliness Epidemic Is Real — And The Ties Is the Solution We Need Now
In November 2023, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared loneliness a “global public health concern” — not because…
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