How families and singles connect on RishtaConnects, how privacy works, and what each step means.
← Back to RishtaConnectsRishtaConnects is a serious matchmaking platform for Indian singles who are looking for a life partner, including families across the diaspora.
Parents and singles each have their own profile. Families help with introductions, while the single keeps their own privacy, preferences and the final decision.
On a dating app, you are usually on your own. On many traditional matrimony sites, families take the lead and people can feel reduced to a biodata.
RishtaConnects sits in between: families help begin introductions, but the single has their own private profile, their own preferences, and the final say.
Parents help open the door; the single decides whether to walk through it.
Either a parent or a single can create an account first, using a phone number. The parent fills out the family profile. The single fills out their own private profile and verifies their photo.
Whoever joins first can share a private invite code so the other can link their profile. A single can begin browsing once they are either linked to a family member or have completed RishtaConnects verification.
Yes. You can create your own account and complete your profile without involving your family immediately.
To browse independently, you’ll need to complete a short verification call with the RishtaConnects team. Alternatively, you can invite a family member to link their account with yours.
Family participation may still be required before certain connections can move forward.
An OTP is a 6-digit verification code sent to your phone by SMS during registration. It helps us confirm that your number belongs to you.
Registration includes phone number verification. Singles also complete selfie verification to help confirm that their profile photo matches them.
Those who want to browse without linking a family member can complete a short verification call with the RishtaConnects team.
These checks are designed to improve trust and authenticity, although no verification process can guarantee someone’s intentions.
Parents explore profiles and send interests to other families. When both families agree to an introduction, the singles can review the connection privately.
Both singles must then agree before their private conversation opens. This gives families a role in making introductions while keeping the final decision with the individuals.
Not a dating app, but it feels like one for singles, inside a family-first matchmaking experience.
At RishtaConnects, parents help begin the introductions, ensuring values and families align. But the final choice is always in the hands of the singles, made privately, respectfully, and on their own terms.
Think of it as the best of both worlds: the trust and tradition of family involvement, combined with the independence and privacy singles expect from a dating app.
No. Conversations between singles are completely private. Parents can see that a connection exists, but never the conversation itself.
Family profiles are shown based on preferences and mutual interest. Singles can browse independently and privately.
Direct conversations only open after mutual acceptance.
Yes. While browsing, you can privately pass on any profile you are not interested in.
If your parent sends an interest you’re uncomfortable with, you can flag it privately.
Your parent receives a gentle indication that you’re not comfortable proceeding, without seeing your private reasons.
“I’m Open to This” lets your parents know you’re comfortable exploring the introduction further.
“Open Conversation” starts a private chat between both singles.
These are separate steps, giving you time and space to decide at your own pace.
RishtaConnects includes Mitra, an optional AI guide that helps singles build their profile through a short, friendly conversation, turning a few answers into a ready profile.
Alongside Mitra, there are AI-powered compatibility insights, shared interest highlights, conversation starters, reply suggestions, and profile improvement tips.
Mitra is always optional, and filling the profile yourself works just as well. These features are designed to support the process, not replace human decisions.
Inside chat, you can tap the icebreaker button to receive AI-generated conversation starters based on shared interests, hobbies, and profile details.
It’s a simple way to make the first message feel less awkward.
Yes. Creating an account and building your profile are free.
If we introduce any paid features in the future, we will let you know in advance.