It's the paradox of modern dating: We're surrounded by people and yet we feel so alone. Every day, we share space with potential partners—at cafes, parks, gyms, bars—but there's no way to know who's single, who's open to meeting someone, or who might actually be a good fit. So instead we go home and swipe through profiles of strangers who live far away, hoping by some miracle to find someone we can connect with.

Dating apps promised to make meeting people easier. Instead, they moved romance off the streets and onto screens—turning what used to be organic and spontaneous into something performative and exhausting. But Fortuito gets you literally "off the apps" by bringing dating back into everyday life.

Here's how it works:

1. You download the app and provide some information about yourself and about what you're looking for in a partner.
2. You enable location sharing, close the app, and go on with your life.
3. Like a thoughtful friend, Fortuito keeps an eye open for compatible people nearby.
4. When there's a good fit, Fortuito sends you each a push notification that tells you why you might click.
5. If you both agree to connect, you can chat in the app and maybe even decide to say hello in person.
6. And if you're not sure what to say? Fortuito even gives you a personalized opening question to get the conversation started.

With Fortuito, there's no swiping, no profiles to browse, and no need to open the app. Fortuito is already keeping an eye open for your special someone—in the places where you already spend your time.