Whiteline Group, a marketing firm based in Thailand, has introduced an innovative employee benefit called “Tinder Leave,” offering paid time off for staff to pursue romantic connections. Announced in August, this initiative aims to enhance work-life balance by supporting employees’ personal lives. From July 2024, employees who have completed their probation period can take advantage of this benefit, which includes six months of free access to Tinder Platinum or Tinder Gold. These premium subscriptions offer features designed to improve the likelihood of finding a match on the dating app.
Employees interested in “Tinder Leave” are required to notify the HR department one week in advance. The benefit is available to those who joined Whiteline Group between July 9 and December 31, 2024. The company, which employs around 200 people at its Bangkok office, introduced this perk during a vibrant company event, reflecting its commitment to creating an engaging and supportive workplace environment.
This new initiative highlights the company’s recognition of the importance of personal wellbeing as part of overall employee satisfaction. The introduction of “Tinder Leave” coincides with growing criticism of dating apps like Tinder and Hinge, both owned by Match Group, which face allegations of promoting endless swiping rather than genuine connections. Match Group, however, defends its model, claiming it facilitates successful romantic connections daily.