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Merge Social
Meet new friends near you through shared interests. Build your profile, connect in group chats, and get to know people before making plans.
Make friends with Merge Social
New Basic accounts get free access through December 31, 2026, then $4.99/month while the offer lasts. No automatic charge after free signup.
Local Meetups is $20/month and replaces Basic, with access to join and host exclusive meetups.
Looking to meet new friends near me?
Start with what you love: hobbies, interests and friendship goals. Add your location to your profile and search Discover by ZIP code to explore nearby members. Local connections depend on who is active in your area.
Merge Social welcomes people from cities around the world. Groups help you connect through shared interests; Local Meetups members can join and host exclusive events where available.
Explore locationsPrivate messages
One-on-one chats with people you click with.
Group chats
Find your crew around what you love.
Events
Turn chats into real-life hangouts.
Maps
Every event pinned on Google Maps.