BlueD
Gay social network connecting millions worldwide
Beijing, China · Founded 2012 · $32.6M raised
- Headquarters
- Beijing
- Employees
- 51–200
- Founded
- 2012
- Business Model
- B2C
- Website
- blued.com
- Total Funding
- $32.6M
- Last Round
- $31.0M Series BNov 2014
- Rounds
- 2
About
Blued is a gay social networking and dating app launched in 2012 in China. Owned by Hong Kong-based BlueCity Holdings Ltd, the app grew to over 40 million users in 193 countries. It offers social networking, live streaming, and dating features. The app was removed from app stores in China in November 2025 following government orders.
Summary
BlueD is a LGBTQ+ company based in Beijing, China, founded in 2012. It has raised $32.6M in total across 2 rounds, most recently a $31.0M Series B round in Nov 2014.
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Funding History
Nov 2014
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