Muslim matrimony, without the endless biodata.
Matrimonial sites, newspaper adverts and family networks have helped Muslim families find spouses for generations. Zawaj brings the same goal — a halal marriage — into an app built for how people search today, with room for your family at every step.
A word most South Asian families grew up with.
In Pakistan, India, Bangladesh and across the South Asian diaspora, “matrimony” and “matrimonial” are the everyday words for anything to do with finding a spouse — matrimonial adverts in the Sunday paper, matrimonial websites, matrimonial events at the mosque. If you search for a “Muslim matrimonial site”, you are really looking for one thing: a serious, halal way to find someone to marry.
That is exactly what Zawaj is for. Everyone on the app is there for nikah, not casual dating, and the whole experience is built around that intention.
How traditional matrimonial searches work — and where they struggle.
The traditional route usually starts with a biodata: a page with education, profession, family background, height and a photo, passed between relatives, rishta aunties and family friends. Parents shortlist, families meet, and only then do the two people really get to talk. For many couples it has worked beautifully.
But it has limits. Networks can be small and keep returning to the same families. Biodatas say a lot about qualifications and very little about character or deen. And the people actually getting married can feel like they have little say until quite late. Older matrimonial websites solved the reach problem, but often felt like browsing a directory.
Zawaj keeps what works — family involvement, clear intentions, a focus on compatibility — and lets the two people get to know each other properly from the start.
A matrimonial app that respects both of you — and your families.
Family involvement, built in
Start the conversation yourself and bring in your parents or wali when it is serious. Read our guide to involving your wali.
Filters that go beyond a biodata
Search by practice, sect, background, location and openness to relocating — the things that predict a good marriage.
Verified, serious members
Proposals instead of swiping, plus verification and reporting tools, keep the focus on marriage. See safety and privacy.
Helping your son or daughter search.
Many parents worry that an app means they will be shut out of the process. In practice, most members want their family involved — they just want to meet the person properly first. Our parents’ guide to the marriage search explains how families can support a search without taking it over.
Matrimony across South Asia and the diaspora.
See how Zawaj works in Pakistan, India and the UK, or read about the rishta process on Zawaj.
Common questions.
What is a Muslim matrimonial app?
It is an app built for finding a spouse, not casual dating. “Matrimonial” is the term commonly used in South Asia for marriage services, sites and adverts.
Is Zawaj a matrimonial site?
Zawaj is a Muslim marriage app — a modern matrimonial service on your phone. Everyone is there for marriage, and you can involve your family whenever you are ready.
Can my parents help with my search?
Yes. Many members share profiles with their parents or bring a wali into the conversation once it is going somewhere. See our parents’ guide to the marriage search.
Is Zawaj free?
Yes. Creating a profile, browsing and messaging matches is free. Zawaj Gold and Boosts are optional extras.
A modern matrimonial app for a halal marriage.
Download Zawaj free — with room for your family at every step.
