Frequently asked questions

Yes. Creating a profile, getting daily matches, sending a few interests each week, accepting interests and chatting with mutual matches are all free. Premium and Elite add more daily matches, more interests and extra tools.

For anyone serious about marriage: people in Pakistan, Pakistanis living abroad, and families looking on behalf of a son, daughter or sibling.

From your profile, your partner preferences (required or flexible) and your answers to short compatibility questions. Matching works both ways: you only see people whose own requirements you meet. Each match comes with "Why this match?".

You decide: eligible matches, only people you have exchanged interest with, only people you approve one by one, or nobody yet. Every photo is checked by our team before others see it.

No. Your number is used to sign in and is never shown on your profile. Profile text cannot contain phone numbers or other contact details. You share them yourself, when you are ready.

Yes. Choose who the profile is for when you sign up. The member confirms the profile with their own phone before it goes live. Family can manage the profile and see matches; interests and chats stay with the member.

Every member has a phone number confirmed by a one-time code. Members can also verify their identity with a selfie and an ID document, which our team checks. Documents are encrypted and deleted after the check.

Yes. Rishte is for Pakistanis anywhere, including the UK, UAE, USA, Canada and Saudi Arabia. Your preferences can include where your partner lives and whether either of you would relocate.

No. Caste is optional and private by default. You choose whether to add it, who can see it, and whether it matters in your matches.

Never send money, keep early conversations on Rishte, involve your family, and meet first in a public place or with family present. Block and report anyone who makes you uncomfortable. Blocking and reporting are free on every plan.

Yes. Discreet mode keeps your profile active but hidden from browsing, and you can pause it at any time. You can also delete your account from settings.

Plans are bought on the Rishte website by card in Pakistani rupees. You can switch off auto-renewal whenever you like.