New Delhi, June 17 -- Tinder has rolled out a new feature called Double Date, allowing users to pair up with a friend and match with other duos on the app. The addition, now available in the United States and selected international markets, is set for a broader global release in July.

The feature is designed to offer a more social and less pressurised approach to online dating, stated the company. Building on previous tools like Matchmaker and Share My Date, which allowed friends and family to participate in a user's dating experience, Double Date introduces a group dynamic to the traditional one-on-one format.

Users can activate the feature by tapping an icon in the main card stack and choosing up to three friends to team up with. From...