BLK Dating App Tester Needed for Market Research

Marketplace Operations (MPO) is conducting market research. We are looking for U.S. adults who have previously used, or would be willing to try, the BLK dating app (https://www.blk-app.com/masp/en-us/blk) designed for users in the Black community. You will not be asked to go on dates or provide intimate personal information as part of the project. All communication and payment will stay on Upwork. What you'll do: [~45 minutes] Fill out an approximately 30‑question survey about your experience using the app (onboarding, cost, support). [~30 minutes] Microsoft Teams or Zoom interview to dive deeper into your experience. Compensation: - $200 flat fee for survey completion - $300 flat fee for interview participation You'll be paid through Upwork , and any additional paid app fees can be added as a bonus. Privacy and Identity: - We’ll quote you as “First name, age band, U.S. region” (e.g., “María, late 30s, Midwest”). - You may request to hide this identifying information. - No health records or protected medical info will be requested or stored. Waivers related to these subjects will be signed and shared before the project begins. Eligibility - Age 18+ and currently living in the U.S. - Would be interested in using, or has used the BLK dating app (https://www.blk-app.com/masp/en-us/blk) in the last 24 months. - Not employed by a dating app company or related PR agency. - Strong writing and editing skills preferred - Comfortable sharing user‑experience feedback To Apply (answer in your proposal) - A basic form of proof (such as a redacted receipt) that shows the app was used, if available - Month and year you began using the app (if you are a prior user). - Confirm you are 18 +  and reside in the U.S. (Yes/No). Important: This project is strictly for market research. We do not provide medical advice, and we do not request or store protected health information (PHI). All payments and communications must remain on the Upwork platform in accordance with Upwork’s Terms of Service.