Our verdict
Hily ("Hey, I Like You") is a swipe app with a social-media feel: video stories, live streams and AI-driven suggestions. It suits younger daters who want to show personality on camera rather than in a long bio.
Bottom line: Try Hily if you are under 30 and like video. If you want a calmer, relationship-focused app, Hinge fits better.
Great for: Young daters who like video and live features
Not ideal for: People over 35 or anyone who prefers text-based profiles.
Hily in a nutshell
The name stands for "Hey, I Like You", and the app feels closer to a social network than a traditional dating site. Alongside swiping there are video stories, video chat and live streams, where one person broadcasts to many viewers — a way to show personality that a static profile cannot.
Behind the scenes, Hily uses AI-driven matching that learns from your likes and passes, so suggestions shift over time. Verification tools help confirm that people match their photos.
Who it suits: daters under about thirty, mostly in the US, who are comfortable on camera and enjoy a lively, social-media-style experience.
What to keep in mind: Hily's premium is expensive compared with the big swipe apps, and the audience skews young. The live-stream side is not for everyone — some users treat it as entertainment rather than dating. As with any app that encourages video, keep personal details (your street, workplace, surname) off camera.
Our tip: record a short, relaxed video story rather than a polished one. Hily's audience responds to personality more than production, and a thirty-second clip about your weekend does more than a sixth photo.
Hily is also fast-moving: new features appear often, so it is worth rechecking settings every few months.
Hily at a glance
| Audience | Mostly 18–30, US-focused |
|---|---|
| Typical goal | Casual dating and relationships |
| Free version | Yes — Swiping and matching, Messaging with matches, Video stories and live streams, Profile verification |
| Paid from | ≈ $30/mo (see all plans) |
| Platforms | iOS, Android |
Pros and cons
Pros
- Lively, video-first experience
- Free matching and chat
- Verification tools
- Popular with Gen Z
Cons
- Premium is expensive per month
- US-focused
- Mostly younger users
- Social-media style is not for everyone
Key features
- Video and live streams
- Video stories, video chat and one-to-many live streams let people see your personality before matching.
- AI matching
- The app learns from your likes and passes to improve suggestions over time.
- Notes before matching
- Premium members can send a message to someone before a match.
How much does Hily cost?
| Plan | Indicative price | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 | Swiping and matching, Messaging with matches, Video stories and live streams, Profile verification |
| Hily Premium | ≈ $30/mo (weekly and lifetime options too) | See who liked you, Send a note before matching, Advanced filters |
Prices are indicative, in US dollars unless another currency is shown, and were checked September 23, 2026. Apps often charge different amounts by country, age, platform and plan length — confirm the final price in the app before paying.
Want the full breakdown and ways to save? Read our Hily pricing guide and free trial options.
Is Hily safe?
Hily has moderation and reporting tools. Do not share personal details on live streams and meet in public.
Before meeting anyone, follow our verification checklist.
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Hily FAQ
Is Hily free?
Yes — you can match and message for free. Hily Premium adds see-who-liked-you, notes before matching and filters.
Is Hily a real dating app?
Yes. It is a mainstream US dating app with video and live-stream features.
How do I cancel Hily?
Cancel in the App Store or Google Play; deleting the app does not stop billing.