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No more small talk,
just real connection.

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Find your people, grow your crew, and build the community you’ve been looking for. Connect by Tribal makes friendship fun, easy, and way more meaningful.

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Friendship, Matched
by What Matters

Take our psychology-backed quiz to create your unique Tribal Map, then connect with people who share your core values - from lifestyle and personality to goals and passions. It’s not about swipes, it’s about finding friends who feel like home.

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Join Your Circle,
Find Your People

Community Circles bring together people with shared interests, life stages, or passions - from Uni students, new mums, pet lovers to weekend adventurers. It’s your space to connect, share, and belong.

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Intentional Conversations

Skip the small talk. Connect through thoughtful prompts, voice notes, and value-based conversations that create real emotional bonds.

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Online &
Offline Belonging

Find your people online, then meet them offline through relaxed events and gatherings in your city — connection, on your terms.

Because No One Should Feel Alone

Join a community built to help you find your people, share your world, and feel truly connected - wherever you are.

Your Guide to Genuine Connection

Circles and matches built around what truly matters —
values, life stage, and shared experiences.

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Wondering if it’s for you?
(What people are saying)

I wish Connect existed 10 years ago
This is the kind of community I didn’t know I needed.
I’ve never felt so comfortable being myself.
Every conversation feels real and meaningful.
Making friends as an adult doesn’t feel scary anymore.
The diversity of people makes every connection richer.
Connect changed how I make and keep friendships.
Finally, something that fits my life, and my energy
It feels like I’ve finally found my people—without having to pretend.
Thank you for making friendship feel natural again!
Thank you for making friendship feel natural again!

Frequently Asked Questions

Connect is a psychology-led platform designed to help people build real friendships and community— both online and in-person.

We help people who are:

  • New to a city or country
  • Navigating life changes (like motherhood, loss, or recovery)
  • Craving deeper, more aligned connections
  • Seeking emotional support or shared values

Connect offers:

  1. 1:1 friendship matches based on compatibility, values, and life stage
  2. Community Circles built around shared interests, identities, or experiences
  3. In-person events designed for comfort and real connection
  4. The Tribal Hub, full of tools, prompts, and resources to support meaningful relationships

Whether you're looking for your people, starting over, or just want to feel less alone— Connect is your space to belong.

No, Connect is about friendship and community, not dating.
Yes! Our design prioritizes comfort, smaller groups, and deeper connections.
We use compatibility, values, and life stage to help you find meaningful friendships.
They’re groups based on shared interests, identities, or life experiences.
Yes, you can join and participate in community activities at no cost.
We provide prompts, tools, and smaller circles to ease social interactions.