Our platform offers a service aimed at genetic matchmaking, focusing on the compatibility of human leukocyte antigen (HLA) genotypes between prospective sperm donors, recipients, and co-parents. While we strive to aid in finding an ideal genetic match, it's important to note that we currently do not evaluate for genetic diseases. Consequently, we cannot guarantee that any successful match will be devoid of potential genetic disease risks.
We strongly urge all members of our platform to prioritize their safety and proceed with caution when engaging with and meeting potential matches.

We care about your privacy and have several measures in place to keep your personal data secure. You can help yourself by blocking any profiles you don't like, all users have free unlimited blocking.
If you identify a suspicious user, please use the "report" button and we will flag the account for further investigation. Scammers, troublemakers and those violating our terms and conditions will have their email and IP address banned for life.

Genetic compatibility refers to the match between the genes of two individuals, particularly with respect to their potential to have children together. Some people believe that certain genetic combinations may be more compatible and result in healthier offspring.

There are a few different ways that genetic compatibility can be evaluated. One method is to test for the presence or absence of certain genetic markers, such as HLA (human leukocyte antigen) markers, which are involved in the immune system. Individuals with more dissimilar HLA profiles are more genetically compatible, as this could result in a child with a more diverse immune system, see references on this page.

Another way to evaluate genetic compatibility is through genetic testing for inherited disorders. Couples who are considering having children may choose to undergo genetic testing to determine their risk of passing on certain inherited disorders to their offspring. This can help them make informed decisions about their fertility options and the potential risks and benefits of having children together.

It is important to note that genetic compatibility is not the only factor that determines the health and well-being of a child. Other factors, such as the overall health and lifestyle of the parents, can also have a significant impact on the health of a child.

We've been asked by customers to include race but the definition of race is ambiguous. To allow people from minorities to find each other, we have provided options for matchmaking based on similar geographical location and shared religion or life philosophy.
We certainly agree with the words of Jane Elliott: "There Is Only One Race. The Human Race". So DNA Romance doesn’t use race to describe the many different phenotypes of humans resulting from differences in population ancestry.
While we do appreciate a person's preference for different colours, we are still considering how to thoughtfully accommodate our customers' preferences. Please send us an email if you have any helpful suggestions on this topic.

We accept your autosomal DNA data from several 3rd party DNA testing companies, please login to your account with the company who did your DNA testing (either ere are instructions to login and download your data from either: 23andMe, or Ancestry DNA, or Family Tree DNA, or We Gene, or Genera, or My Heritage, or Dante Labs, or Genes For Good, or Vitagene, or Living DNA. and request to download your raw autosomal DNA data. Once your raw DNA data is downloaded, save it to a secure location and then use this file to complete your DNA Romance profile.

Yes, evidence from several studies show that the same rules of attraction also apply for relationships between people in the LGBTQ community.

To assist with our guidance on relationship compatibility, we have developed a scale that uses the 16 personality types from the Myers Briggs test, and provides maximum weight to compatible personality types, and less weight to personality types that tend to clash.

Research shows that the rare sensation of chemistry is felt by people who are genetically compatible. Our bodies are naturally programmed to feel receptive and welcoming to people who are genetically compatible. You can read more about how the genes for love influence our feelings of 'romantic chemistry', as well as influence other aspects of our relationships.

Yes, you can purchase your personal DNA testing kit from DNA Romance right here.

Yes, we accept DNA data transfers from many of the direct to consumer DNA testing companies. Here are instructions to login and download your raw DNA data from23andMe, or Ancestry DNA, or Family Tree DNA , or We Gene, or My Heritage, or Dante Labs, or Genes For Good , or Vitagene, or Living DNA.

Each of us has a unique combination of several hundred genes, corresponding to our immune responses, which protect us from some diseases and not others. Everyone is different and no one person is resistant to every disease known to humanity.

Our sense of smell (olfactory system) is so highly evolved that we will find someone’s smell to be pleasant if they are resistant to diseases that we aren’t. Our sense of smell is wired to our brain and detects potential relationship partners who are resistant to different diseases. This is important, because when one partner is sick, then the other might remain healthy. Furthermore, children will inherit a more diverse set of genes from their parents (protecting them from more diseases than either parent alone).

The relationship between immune system genes and attraction (mate-pairing) is not exclusive to humans, major histocompatibility complex (MHC) dependent mate selection has been described in many vertebrates including fish, birds, and primates. Please refer to our blog and reference list for dozens of research papers describing this phenomenon.

Stigmatization and discrimination are important concerns when using new technologies and we respect individuals and their personal choices, regardless of their genetic, socio-economic, ethnic, cultural, educational, and religious backgrounds. We oblige global policies such as The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act, which was passed to bar the misuse of genetic information in the United States .

Don't take it to heart, it's likely they haven't checked their email or logged onto the site recently. If you don't want to interact with or see their profile again, hit the block "delete" button, or move them to your "maybe" list to see and communicate with later .

You will always remain the owner of the personal data you provide, and we will never sell your DNA data to other companies! Your raw DNA data file is encrypted and stored in a secure location so that updates can be applied to your profile. You can delete your profile and raw DNA file at any time in the settings section of your DNA Romance account dashboard .

We care about your privacy and have several measures in place to keep your personal data secure. We follow HIPAA privacy guidelines when handling your data and we don't sell DNA data to 3rd parties! We encrypt all data that is stored, and the names contain a unique hashed path and other obfuscating elements. Access to the data is limited to key development personnel who have 2-factor authentication restricted access.

You can cancel your subscription in the settings section of your DNA Romance account dashboard.
We respect your right to be forgotten, and you can delete your profile and raw DNA file in the settings section of your DNA Romance account dashboard.

Olfactory is another word for your sense of smell, and what's interesting is that you can actually smell other people's scent profiles which correspond to different immune receptor proteins. If their natural body odor smells good, then you have different MHC genes and will be attracted to that person for a relationship or friendship. If they smell awful, then they are likely to have similar MHC genes to you and there is probably no sexual “chemistry” between you two.

DNA can be collected in many ways but DNA Romance use the "Cheek Swab" method. Our DNA Collection kit is simple to use, just swab the inside of both cheeks and return your sample to the laboratory by mail! No blood, no pain, no sweat!

If you already have raw DNA testing data from 23andMe or another DNA testing company, simply upload your raw autosomal DNA to you profile and your matches should appear within ~2 minutes. If you don't receive your matches within an hour, please check your file is correct, and if the problem persists, please email tim@dnaromance.com

The DNA testing takes 3-4 weeks to complete based on the time your samples arrive in the lab. You can order your personal DNA testing kit now.

Your genetic data is encrypted once you upload it to DNA Romance, and then, the relevant DNA markers will be incorporated into our matchmaking algorithm. Within ~2 min, you should see your DNA Romance matches.

Our DNA compatibility score reflects the potential for successful conception and healthy offspring when using a particular sperm donor, but genetics isn't everything when it comes to having a child. We strive to provide additional information about the donor including health history, personality traits, and a photo, but every potential parent and donor is an individual with different experiences and traits. Like any sperm donor matching service, DNA Romance provides a short-list of potential donors with whom you can review and see if there is a good fit. No service can replace the need for personal consideration, to reflect on the choice, and to feel confident in the decision. It's a process that is not only about genetics but also about a meaningful connection and a shared future.