A new dating platform co-founded by former director of White House personnel John McEntee is reshaping online romance for conservative singles. Date Right became available in November 2022 as a response to what its creator identified as an underserved market in online dating. John McEntee points to the success of Mia, 20, and Tayler, 24, a conservative couple who went from an initial match to marriage in just 99 days thanks to Date Right.
John McEntee On Designing A Dating App for Conservatives
Unlike conventional dating apps that emphasize casual meetups, Date Right focuses on connecting users through shared conservative values and political interests. In addition to typical dating profile information, the platform allows users to share information about political events and rallies, creating opportunities for in-person meetings within ideologically aligned spaces.
John McEntee’s platform, Date Right, distinguishes itself by offering prompts and features that resonate with conservative users, moving beyond the typical dating app format to create what he describes as a movement rather than merely a matching service. The app aims to foster a community among young conservatives with similar values and relationship goals.
For both Mia and Tayler, who had previously struggled to find compatible partners on mainstream platforms, Date Right provided an environment where their conservative values and desire for marriage-oriented relationships were welcomed rather than stigmatized. Their rapid progression from matching to marriage – spanning just 99 days – shows how effective politically aligned dating platforms can be.
Mia and Tayler’s Story
For Mia and Tayler, the app solved their frustrations with mainstream dating platforms. The couple’s story began in February 2023, when they visited each other’s profiles. Mia and Tayler decided to give it a shot after seeing Bible verses on each other’s profiles.
Their connection deepened through nightly FaceTime sessions and discussions about the Bible, leading to their first in-person meeting at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC), where Tayler recruited Mia as a camera operator. The duo quickly fell in love after meeting in person.
Despite the challenge of long-distance dating between Florida and Utah, the couple’s shared values kept them in touch. In fact, their relationship quickly progressed. After several visits between states, Mia relocated to Utah permanently. Their engagement, which took place during a sunrise hike at Big Cottonwood Canyon, coincided with a joint baptism. It was the perfect start to a marriage with conservative Christian values as its bedrock.
The couple opted for a modest wedding ceremony, hosting 50 guests at their local church in Utah. Their choice reflected their prioritization of religious commitment over elaborate celebrations, a value they both discovered through their initial connection on Date Right.
Specialized Dating Apps Have A Place In The Market
The couple has since become advocates for John McEntee’s platform, sharing their success story through a growing social media presence. While mainstream dating apps still cater to left-leaning young singles, Mia and Tayler’s experience shows that specialized platforms have value for specific value-based communities.
As Date Right continues establishing its presence in the digital dating market, stories like Mia and Tayler’s demonstrate the platform’s potential to facilitate meaningful connections among conservative singles who prioritize shared values and traditional relationship goals.