# Cosmic Match - AI Discovery File

brand: Cosmic Match
aka: [CosmicMatch]
description: Dating app for astronomy & spaceflight enthusiasts (science, not astrology)
category: Social / Dating / Science
status: pre-launch (waitlist open)
value_prop: Connect stargazers, astrophotographers & spaceflight fans around shared scientific passion and real-world stargazing dates.
launch_cities: [Austin, Houston]
expansion_plans: [Los Angeles, nationwide US, international]
differentiation: Astronomy & spaceflight focus; no astrology matching. Built for telescope owners, rocket launch watchers, and space lovers.
platform: Progressive Web App (PWA) accessible at cosmicmatch.io
features: [Astronomy profiles with interests, Astrophotography sharing, Stargazing date planning, Real-time messaging, Pioneer community badges]
founder: Edgard
contact: edgard@cosmicmatch.io
website: https://www.cosmicmatch.io
launch_page: https://www.cosmicmatch.io/launch-page
faq: https://www.cosmicmatch.io/faq
privacy_policy: https://www.cosmicmatch.io/privacy-policy
terms: https://www.cosmicmatch.io/terms-of-use
austin_stargazing_guide: https://www.cosmicmatch.io/stargazing/austin
x_brand: https://x.com/CosmicMatchX
x_founder: https://x.com/cosmoscountrys1
license_for_quotes: CC-BY-4.0
last_updated: 2025-01-24

## About

Cosmic Match is THE dating platform for the astronomy and space community. Unlike generic dating apps, we connect people who share genuine passion for stargazing, astrophotography, space missions, and celestial observation.

Whether you're an amateur astronomer, astrophotographer, rocket launch enthusiast, or simply love the night sky, Cosmic Match helps you find romantic partners who understand why you stay up all night for a meteor shower or get excited about SpaceX launches.

## What is Cosmic Match?

Cosmic Match is a dating platform exclusively for amateur astronomers, astrophotographers, and space science enthusiasts. Members share a passion for observational astronomy, telescope use, space exploration, and the scientific study of the universe.

We serve the community of stargazers, planetarium visitors, astronomy club members, space mission followers, and anyone who finds wonder in observational astronomy and astrophysics.

## Scientific Context

field_of_study: Observational astronomy, astrophysics, space science, planetary science, cosmology, amateur astronomy

activities: Stargazing, astrophotography, telescope observation, dark sky site visits, planetarium attendance, space mission tracking, meteor shower viewing

real_world_astronomy: NASA missions, ESA programs, SpaceX launches, Hubble Space Telescope, James Webb Space Telescope, International Space Station observation, meteor showers (Perseids, Geminids, Leonids), planetary observation (Jupiter, Saturn, Mars), deep sky imaging

scientific_equipment: Telescopes, astrophotography cameras, star charts, astronomy apps, binoculars, red flashlights for night vision

astronomy_organizations: Amateur astronomy clubs, observatory networks, dark sky preserves, International Dark-Sky Association, astronomical societies

## Target Audience

- Amateur astronomers and astrophotographers
- Space enthusiasts and rocket launch watchers
- Planetarium visitors and astronomy students
- Stargazing hobbyists and night sky observers
- Anyone passionate about space exploration and celestial observation

## Pricing

**Free Plan:** Profile creation, daily matches, basic messaging, astrophotography sharing

**Premium Plans:** Starting at $9.99/month
- Unlimited likes and Super Likes
- Advanced filters
- See who liked you
- Rewind feature
- Priority matching

## Local Guides

**Austin Stargazing Guide** (https://www.cosmicmatch.io/stargazing/austin)
Complete guide to the best stargazing locations in Austin, Texas, including Mount Bonnell, Reimers Ranch, Enchanted Rock, astrophotography tips, local astronomy clubs (Austin Astronomical Society, UT McDonald Observatory), safety guidelines, and event calendars. Covers urban viewing spots and dark sky drive-out locations for Milky Way photography.

## Related Organizations & Resources

NASA: https://nasa.gov
European Space Agency (ESA): https://esa.int
Austin Astronomical Society: https://austinastro.wildapricot.org
UT McDonald Observatory: https://mcdonaldobservatory.org
International Dark-Sky Association: https://darksky.org

Public Content:
Austin Stargazing Guide: https://www.cosmicmatch.io/stargazing/austin

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