Revenue and EBITDA Growth
Total revenue grew 25% year over year to $94 million. The adjusted EBITDA margin reached 43%, totaling $41 million. Direct revenue increased 24% year over year to $80 million. Indirect revenue for Q1 grew 26% year over year to $14 million.
User Metrics and Engagement
Average monthly active users increased 7% over the prior year to 14.6 million. Average paying users increased 16% over the prior year to 1.2 million, bringing paid penetration to 8% for the quarter. Average direct revenue per paying user increased 8% over the prior year to $22.86 this quarter.
RightNow Feature Expansion
The RightNow feature has been rolled out to 17 major cities, with 20 to 25% of users engaging weekly. It is expected to expand to nearly 50% of weekly active users over the next several weeks.
AI-Native Product Developments
Grindr Inc. announced a suite of AI-native products, including A List, which is in testing with a quarter of unlimited users. The company is committed to becoming an AI-native leader among consumer apps.
Woodwork Health Initiative
Soft beta launch of Woodwork, a men's health subscription service designed for gay people, in partnership with a telehealth provider, Open Loop.
Cash Flow and Stock Repurchase
Generated free cash flow of over $23 million and ended the quarter with approximately $256 million in cash. Repurchased $141 million in common stock with $359 million remaining under the repurchase program.
Increased Guidance
Raised full-year guidance to 26% or greater revenue growth and at least 43% adjusted EBITDA margin due to the positive impact of ongoing tests and RightNow's early monetization.