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polar 2.0 is here

polar 2.0 is here

a global launch, polar plus, and new ways to match

august 1, 2026

Polar 2.0 is here, and it's our biggest update yet. We're launching almost worldwide, introducing Polar Plus, giving you a world view of the Polar community, and rolling out versus cards, a brand new way to share your opinions.

 

global launch

Polar is now available in nearly every country. Wherever you are, chances are you can download Polar today and start matching on the things that actually matter to you.

A small number of countries with strict regulations around dating apps aren't supported yet, but we're working on expanding access even further. If Polar isn't available where you are, check back soon.

 

introducing polar plus

We're launching Polar Plus, a subscription that gives you more ways to find your person.

featurefreeplus
daily hearts310
message matchesincludedincluded
read receiptsnot includedincluded
see who likes younot includedincluded
set a custom locationnot includedincluded
create your own cardsnot includedincluded

polar plus subscription screen showing the features comparison between free and plus

With Polar Plus, you get:

  • more daily hearts: give your opinion on more cards each day instead of waiting for your hearts to refill
  • read receipts: know when your messages have actually been seen
  • see who likes you: skip the guessing and go straight to the people already interested in you
  • a custom location: match with people outside your area, whether you're planning a move or just curious
  • create your own cards: make your own cards for the community to react to, instead of only reacting to others

 

explore the world

Polar's new world view lets you zoom out and see where the Polar community is matching, from your own city to cities across the globe.

world view map showing polar users matching across cities worldwide

Whether you're curious about who's out there before a big move or just love seeing how far Polar reaches, the world view puts the whole community on the map.

 

versus cards

Cards on Polar just got a new format. Versus cards put two sides side by side and ask a simple question: which do you prefer?

a versus card asking whether the user prefers polyamory or monogamy

Instead of rating a card on its own, versus cards force you to pick a side. That small constraint says a lot more about who you are than a simple like or dislike ever could, since it shows what you value when the choice actually matters.

From relationship styles to everyday preferences, versus cards make it quick and easy to share where you stand, and to find people who see things the same way you do.

 

final thoughts: polar 2.0 is just the beginning

Between the near-global launch, Polar Plus, the world view, and versus cards, Polar 2.0 gives you more ways than ever to find people who match your vibe.

Update your app or download Polar today to see what's new.

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