What is Enveloped - Make New Friends?
Write & Send Letters! It will be sent to random person inside the app, if they accept you both can chat & become friends.
Problem
Users struggle to make new friends organically through traditional social media platforms due to algorithmic biases, superficial interactions, and lack of intentional connection-building mechanisms.
Solution
A mobile app where users write and send letters to random people within the app, enabling serendipitous connections that transition to private chats if both parties accept the interaction.
Customers
Young adults aged 18-30, college students, remote workers, and individuals new to cities seeking meaningful social connections beyond algorithmic-driven platforms.
Unique Features
Anonymous letter-based first contact system with mutual acceptance requirement for further interaction, creating a low-pressure environment for genuine connections.
User Comments
Fresh alternative to swipe fatigue
Enjoyment of surprise element in connections
Appreciation for slower, thoughtful communication
Reports of successful friendships formed
Requests for interest-based matching filters
Traction
Launched in Q3 2023 with 1,200+ Product Hunt upvotes, 8,000+ registered users, and 300-500 daily active users within first month. Founder has 1.5k LinkedIn followers.
Market Size
Global social networking market valued at $231.1 billion in 2023 (Statista), with friend-making apps representing 8-12% niche segment (~$20B opportunity).
