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Every profile is checked with smart verification and human review. You meet real Malayalis — never bots or catfish.
100% Genuine
Made for Malayalis
Dating that feels like home.
Meet verified Malayali singles who get your culture, language and vibe. No translations, no awkward explanations — just real connections that go somewhere.
10,000+ Malayalis matched
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Meera, 24
Bengaluru
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Aswathy, 26
Kochi
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Rahul, 29
Dubai
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Why Othiri
More than just a swipe.
We rebuilt dating around the things Malayalis actually care about — trust, culture and conversations that lead somewhere real.
Private & secure chat
Your conversations stay yours. Encrypted in transit, with strong community rules and one-tap block & report.
Safe connection
EncryptedHi! Saw you like trekking too? 🏔️
Yes! Munnar is my favourite spot.
Built for Kerala
From Kozhikode to Kochi — or Dubai to London — connect with people who get your language, food and festivals.
Matching that gets you
Recommendations tuned to shared values, interests and roots — so the people you see actually feel compatible.
Made for real relationships
Othiri is built for meaningful connections, not endless swiping. Find someone looking for the same thing you are.
You're always in control
Decide who can reach you, what you share and when. Granular privacy controls put you in the driver's seat.
How it works
From hello to match in three steps.
Getting started takes minutes. Here's how Malayalis find their person on Othiri.
- 1
Create & get verified
Sign up free, add your best photos and verify your profile in minutes. A blue tick builds instant trust.
- 2
Discover Malayalis
Browse compatible singles who share your roots, language and values — nearby in Kerala or anywhere in the world.
- 3
Match & chat
Like someone, match when it's mutual, then start a private conversation. Take it at your own pace.
Verified
Aswathy, 26
Kochi · 4 km away
A closer look
Designed to feel effortless.
Every screen is built to help you focus on people, not noise. Clean, fast and genuinely enjoyable to use.
Real, verified people
The blue tick means a human checked the profile. What you see is who you meet.
Profiles with personality
Prompts, interests and photos that show the real person — not just a headshot.
Conversations that flow
Break the ice with shared interests and chat privately the moment you match.
Love stories
Real Malayalis. Real connections.
Thousands have found someone who feels like home. Here are a few of them.
“I'd tried the big apps and always had to explain myself. On Othiri I matched with someone who just got it — same humour, same Onam plans. We're together now.”
Aswathy, 26
Kochi
“Being a Malayali in the Gulf, it's hard to meet people who share your background. Othiri made it feel close to home, even an ocean away.”
Rahul, 29
Dubai
“What sold me was the verification. Knowing every profile is real meant I could actually relax and have proper conversations.”
Meera, 24
Bengaluru
“Othiri feels respectful and genuine. No spam, no games — just real Malayalis looking for something serious. Exactly what I wanted.”
Arjun, 31
Trivandrum
Pricing
Free to start. Premium when you're ready.
Match and chat for free, forever. Upgrade to Silver or Gold for more reach and the features that move things forward.
Free
Everything you need to start meeting Malayalis.
- Create a verified profile
- Discover & like profiles daily
- Match and chat privately
- Block & report controls
Othiri Silver
More reach and the features that move things forward.
- Everything in Free
- See who likes you
- Unlimited likes
- Rewind your last swipe
- Monthly Boost & Super Likes
Othiri Gold
The full Othiri experience for serious daters.
- Everything in Silver
- Priority Spotlight placement
- Send Notes with your likes
- Weekly Boosts
- Top picks, curated for you
Need a one-time edge? Top up with power-ups:
BoostsSpotlightsSuper LikesNotesBacktracks
All purchases are billed securely through Google Play. Cancel subscriptions anytime — you keep access until the period ends.
Safety & privacy
Built so you can trust every match.
Dating should feel safe. Othiri combines verification, moderation and strong privacy controls so you can be yourself and meet real people with confidence.
Verified community
Smart checks plus human review keep fake profiles and bots out.
Private by design
Encrypted in transit. We never sell your data — ever.
Block & report
One tap to block or report. Our team acts fast on every case.
Strictly 18+
Adults only, with zero tolerance for abuse or exploitation.
FAQ
Questions, answered.
Everything you need to know before you download Othiri.
Is Othiri free to use?
Yes. Othiri is free to download, create a profile, match and chat. Optional Silver and Gold subscriptions and power-ups (Boosts, Super Likes and more) unlock extra features and are billed securely through Google Play.
Who is Othiri for?
Othiri is the dating app made for Malayalis aged 18 and over — whether you live in Kerala or are part of the global Malayali community in the Gulf, UK, US, Canada and beyond.
How does Othiri keep me safe?
We verify every profile with a mix of smart checks and human review, moderate the community around the clock, and give you instant block & report tools. Othiri is strictly 18+ with a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.
Is my data private?
Your privacy comes first. Conversations are encrypted in transit, we never sell your personal data, and you control exactly what you share. Read the full details in our Privacy Policy.
Can I use Othiri outside Kerala?
Absolutely. Othiri is built for Malayalis everywhere. Match with people nearby or filter for your home district and the wider Malayali diaspora across the world.
How do I cancel or get a refund?
Subscriptions and purchases are handled by Google Play. Cancel anytime from Play Store → Subscriptions; you keep access until the end of your billing period. Refunds follow Google Play's policies.
How do I delete my account?
You can permanently delete your account anytime from Settings inside the app, or from our Delete account page. We remove your profile, chats and matches — it cannot be undone.
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