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Dallas, TX, United States of America

Match.com, L.l.c.

USPTO Granted Patents = 33

Trademarks = 21

Forward Citations = 358

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49 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

Chris S Terrill (7 out of 7 patents)

Todd W Kirby (7 out of 7 patents)

Michael G Bustamente (6 out of 6 patents)

4. Sharmistha Dubey (4 out of 18 patents)

5. Todd M Carrico (4 out of 9 patents)

6. Monica Klawitter (3 out of 3 patents)

7. Amarnath Thombre (3 out of 3 patents)

8. Sydney Lam (3 out of 3 patents)

9. Tom R Quisel (3 out of 3 patents)

10. Aaron J De Zeeuw (3 out of 3 patents)

11. Clark T Rothrock (3 out of 3 patents)

12. Jason L Alexander (3 out of 3 patents)

13. Helen Fisher (2 out of 2 patents)

14. Francisco J Bonilla (2 out of 2 patents)

15. Amanda W Ginsberg (2 out of 2 patents)

Core Competencies:

User Matching

Fraud Detection

Location Information

Personality Analysis

Network Environment

Anonymous Communication

Calendar Features

Speed Dating

Image Analysis

Text Analysis

Social Interactions

Profile Creation

33 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 11122536 - System and method for matching using location information (2021-09-14),

2. 9959023 - Matching process system and method (2018-05-01),

3. 9824123 - System and method for finding matches between users in a networked environment (2017-11-21),

4. 9753948 - Face search in personals (2017-09-05),

5. 9560156 - System and method for coaching a user on a website (2017-01-31),

6. 9495391 - System and method for initiating social interactions between users in a network environment (2016-11-15),

7. 9449282 - System for determining and optimizing for relevance in match-making systems (2016-09-20),

8. 9418057 - Fraud detection using text analysis (2016-08-16),

9. 9413845 - System and method for providing calendar and speed dating features for matching users in a network environment (2016-08-09),

10. 9350636 - System and method for detecting spammers in a network environment (2016-05-24),

11. 9253222 - Synchronous delivery of media content in a collaborative environment (2016-02-02),

12. 9251220 - System and method for finding matches between users in a networked environment (2016-02-02),

13. 9245301 - System and method for finding matches between users in a networked environment (2016-01-26),

14. 9185184 - System and method for providing calendar and speed dating features for matching users in a network environment (2015-11-10),

15. 9158821 - System and method for optimizing interactions between users in a network environment (2015-10-13),

Company Overview

Match.com, L.L.C. is a leading online dating service based in Dallas, Texas, specializing in connecting individuals seeking romantic relationships. The platform utilizes advanced algorithms and user preferences to facilitate meaningful matches, enhancing the online dating experience. With a focus on user safety and satisfaction, Match.com continuously evolves its technology to provide innovative features that cater to diverse relationship goals, making it a prominent player in the digital matchmaking landscape.

Profile summary synthesized from public USPTO records and patent filings.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 20 2026

33 Patents

#62 in Dallas, TX

#561 in Texas

#10,309 in US

#20,162 in the World

Dallas, TX, United States of America

Match.com, L.l.c.

Forward Citations = 358

49 inventors:

Chris S Terrill (7 out of 7 patents)

Todd W Kirby (7 out of 7 patents)

Michael G Bustamente (6 out of 6 patents)

4. Sharmistha Dubey (4 out of 18 patents)

5. Todd M Carrico (4 out of 9 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: Match.com, L.l.c.. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/matchcom

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

Data Sources: USPTO Patent Grant XML, Patent Center, EPO & CIPO • Normalized by IDiyas Innovation Graph. Methodology & provenance architecturePlease report any incorrect information to [email protected]

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