# Grindr acquisition of PurposeMed

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/grindr-acquisition-of-purposemed
> Updated: 2026-10-08T03:23:00.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

Grindr has announced plans to acquire PurposeMed, the parent company of the telehealth provider Freddie, in a deal valued at approximately $250 million in cash and stock. The total value of the transaction could reach up to $320 million if specific performance targets are met by 2027.

The acquisition is intended to establish ‘Grindr Health,’ a dedicated healthcare business that integrates sexual health resources directly into the Grindr platform. This initiative focuses on expanding access to HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), testing, and medication delivery. By leveraging its user base, Grindr aims to address gaps in PrEP uptake and meet a global goal of connecting 10 million LGBTQ+ individuals with HIV prevention services by 2028.

The deal is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2026, pending standard regulatory and closing conditions.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-08: Grindr to acquire telehealth provider Freddie for $250 million

Grindr plans to acquire telehealth provider Freddie for up to $320 million to integrate HIV prevention and PrEP services directly into its dating platform.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/grindr-to-acquire-telehealth-provider-freddie-for-250-million

### 2026-10-04: Grindr to acquire PurposeMed for up to $320 million

Grindr will acquire PurposeMed, parent of telehealth provider Freddie, for up to $320 million to launch its “Grindr Health” division focused on HIV prevention and PrEP access.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/grindr-to-acquire-purposemed-for-up-to-320-million

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