### What is vibecoder.date?

vibecoder.date is a dating app designed for developers and vibecoders. It runs as a VS Code extension so you can swipe, match, and chat without leaving your IDE. Because why alt-tab to find love when you can just open a new panel?

### Is vibecoder.date free?

Yes, vibecoder.date is free to use. Swiping, matching, and chatting are all free. Optional paid features like profile boosts and AI-generated pickup lines are available via crypto payments.

### What code editors are supported?

vibecoder.date works with VS Code, Cursor, Windsurf, and any editor that supports VS Code extensions. If it runs VS Code extensions, it runs vibecoder.date.

### Is my data private?

Yes. Messages are end-to-end encrypted, photos have EXIF data stripped automatically, and we don't sell your data. You can delete your account and all associated data at any time from your profile settings.

### How do I install the VS Code extension?

Download the .vsix file from the homepage, then in VS Code go to Extensions (Ctrl+Shift+X) > click the three-dot menu > 'Install from VSIX'. Select the downloaded file and you're in. Sign in with GitHub, Discord, or email to get started.

### Can I use the web app instead?

Yes! If you don't want to install the extension, you can use the web app at vibecoder.date/app. Same features, just in your browser.

### How does matching work?

Classic swipe mechanics. Swipe right if you're interested, left if not. When both people swipe right, it's a match and you can start chatting. Your messages are encrypted end-to-end.

### What are Boosts?

Boosts put your profile at the top of the stack for other users, increasing your visibility. They're optional paid features available via crypto payment.