About One In The Hand, Inc.

Company Overview

One In The Hand, Inc. (doing business as "OITH") is a Delaware C-Corporation founded to revolutionize the online dating experience. Our premium dating application is designed to facilitate meaningful connections through a unique "one match at a time" model. The platform addresses the fundamental problems of traditional dating apps—low response rates, superficial swiping, and power imbalances—by creating a focused, intentional dating experience.

Our Mission

To revolutionize online dating by prioritizing quality over quantity, helping serious daters find meaningful connections through focused, intentional matching. We believe that when users are given the space to truly evaluate and connect with a single match, rather than being overwhelmed by endless options, they can form deeper, more meaningful relationships.

Our Vision

To become the premier dating platform for individuals seeking genuine relationships, where every match has the potential to become something real. We envision a dating ecosystem where users invest in each connection, where conversations lead to real dates, and where the app succeeds when users find their match and move forward in their relationship journey.

Core Values

Intentionality

Every feature is designed to foster genuine connections. We don't add features for the sake of engagement—we add features that help users move from match to meaningful relationship.

Quality

We prioritize meaningful matches over endless options. Our matching algorithm focuses on compatibility and shared values, not just physical attraction or proximity.

Equality

Creating balanced dynamics for all users. By requiring everyone to pay the same subscription fee, we eliminate the power imbalances that plague free dating apps.

Privacy

Protecting user data and maintaining trust. We believe your dating life is private, and we're committed to keeping it that way through robust security and privacy practices.

Authenticity

Encouraging real conversations and honest profiles. We provide tools and features that help users present their authentic selves and engage in meaningful dialogue.

Our Approach

OITH operates on a simple but powerful principle: "A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush." This philosophy guides everything we do. Instead of overwhelming users with hundreds of potential matches, we deliver one carefully selected match per day. This forces users to truly evaluate each connection rather than mindlessly swiping through profiles.

One Match at a Time

Users receive a single, AI-calibrated match daily. This approach eliminates the paradox of choice that plagues other dating apps. When you only have one match to consider, you're more likely to give it your full attention, engage in meaningful conversation, and actually meet in person.

Paid Platform

Our $10/month subscription ensures serious, invested users only. Free tiers on other apps attract non-serious users, bots, and people who aren't genuinely interested in dating. By requiring payment, we create a community of people who are committed to finding meaningful connections.

Date-Focused Design

Built-in tools help move from chat to in-person dates. Our AI analyzes conversations to suggest optimal timing for asking someone out, and our integrated date planning tools make it easy to coordinate and plan real-world meetings. We succeed when you stop using us—when you find someone worth focusing on.

Leadership

OITH is led by Matthew Ross, Founder & CEO, who brings a vision for transforming the dating app landscape through intentional design and quality-focused matching. Under his leadership, OITH is building a platform that prioritizes user outcomes over engagement metrics.

Looking Forward

As we continue to develop and launch OITH, we remain committed to our core mission: helping serious daters find meaningful connections. We're building a platform that values quality over quantity, intentionality over endless options, and real relationships over engagement metrics.

If you share our vision for a better dating experience, we invite you to join us on this journey. For more information or to get in touch, please contact us.