Good company, the safe and simple way
Whether you are new in town, travelling, need a plus-one or just want someone to explore with, RentGFnd connects you with friendly locals by the hour.
What makes RentGFnd different
Real, reviewed people
Every Local Friend is reviewed by our team, and many carry a verified badge after an ID and selfie check.
Honest star ratings
Only members who completed a booking can rate a friend: overall plus friendliness, punctuality, communication and value.
Photo privacy
Profile photos are only shown to visitors who verified themselves with Google, so pictures are not open to anyone.
Ask before you book
Chat on the site or ask a public question on any profile. You know what to expect before you meet.
Fair, clear prices
Friends set their own hourly rates and packages. India friends charge in ₹, and you see the total before you send a request.
Strictly platonic
RentGFnd is for friendship and company only. Anything else leads to a permanent ban, which keeps it comfortable for everyone.
How it works
Search
Pick your city, then filter by gender, activity, language, price and star rating.
Ask & chat
Read reviews and answers, ask a question, or chat with the friend on the site.
Book
Send a request with a date, time and a public meeting place. The friend accepts it.
Meet & rate
Enjoy your time together, then leave a star rating to help the next member.
Meeting someone new: your options
| Going alone | Random social apps | RentGFnd | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Someone who knows the city | sometimes | ||
| Clear purpose: platonic company | — | sometimes | |
| Ratings from real meetups | — | ||
| Profiles reviewed by a team | — | sometimes | |
| Ask questions before meeting | — | sometimes | |
| Clear price before you meet | — | ||
| Photos kept private from strangers | — |
For members
- City tours, food walks, shopping and sightseeing
- A plus-one for weddings, events and dinners
- Gym, hiking, sports and hobby partners
- Someone to talk to, practise a language with or show you around
For local friends
- Set your own hourly rate and packages
- Choose the activities you enjoy
- Grow followers with posts and answers
- Request payouts by bank, UPI, PayPal or Wise
Questions & answers
Can't find your answer? Ask us, or ask a friend directly on their profile.
Getting started
What is RentGFnd?
RentGFnd is a platonic rent-a-friend platform. You can hire a local friend by the hour for a city tour, a dinner, an event or a wedding, shopping, hiking, sports, or simply good conversation. It is strictly non-romantic.
How does renting a friend work?
Search your city and compare friends by activities, languages, star ratings and hourly rate. Ask them a question or chat on the site, then send a booking request with a date, time and a public meeting place. The friend accepts, you meet, and afterwards you leave a star rating and review.
Who can join RentGFnd?
Anyone aged 18 or over. You can join as a Member (to meet friends), as a Local Friend (to earn by offering your time) or as an Organization (to book friends for guests, clients or a team).
Is registration free?
Yes, creating an account is free for everyone. Women can use the site free. Men need a low-cost membership ($10.00 USD) to start chats and send booking requests.
Which cities is RentGFnd available in?
Friends are listed across India (Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai, Kolkata, Pune, Jaipur, Goa and many more) and in cities worldwide such as London, New York, Dubai, Toronto and Sydney. See the Cities page for the full list.
Is RentGFnd a dating or escort site?
No. RentGFnd is only for platonic friendship and company. Any request for romantic, adult or sexual services leads to a permanent ban.
Can a company or organization book friends?
Yes. Organization accounts can book friends for guests, visitors, clients or a team, and add the guest name to every booking.
Prices & bookings
How much does it cost to rent a friend?
Each friend sets their own hourly rate and many also offer fixed-price packages, such as a 3-hour city tour or an event plus-one. You always see the full estimated total before you send a booking request.
Why are some prices in rupees (₹)?
Friends in India charge in Indian rupees (₹). Friends in other countries show prices in USD. Search filters compare both fairly, so a price range finds friends in either currency.
What does the membership include?
Membership unlocks chatting and booking requests. Plans and prices are on the Membership Plans page, and you can see your plan any time in Dashboard → Membership.
Can I cancel a booking?
Yes. Members can cancel a pending or accepted booking from Dashboard → My bookings. Please cancel as early as possible so your friend can plan their day. Membership fees are covered by our Refund policy.
Can I book a package instead of hours?
Yes. If a friend offers packages, choose one in the booking form and the total updates automatically.
Safety & verification
Is it safe to rent a friend?
Friends are reviewed by our team, can earn a verified badge, and are rated by members after every completed meetup. Always chat on RentGFnd first, meet in public places, tell someone where you are going, and report anything that feels wrong.
What does the verified badge mean?
The friend sent our team an ID document and a selfie, and we checked that they match. It shows as a blue tick next to their name.
How do I report or block someone?
Use the Report button on any profile, or block a person from your messages. Our team reviews every report.
What are the community rules?
Keep it platonic, be respectful, meet in public, stay on RentGFnd to chat and book, and never ask for or share anything illegal. Breaking the rules can lead to a permanent ban. See the Community guidelines page for details.
Photos & privacy
Why are profile photos hidden?
To protect everyone on RentGFnd, profile photos are only visible to people who have verified their identity. Click "Verify with Google" and sign in with your Google account. It takes a few seconds.
What does Google verification share with RentGFnd?
Only that you have a real Google account with a verified e-mail address. We never post anything to your Google account. Profiles, prices and chat stay open to everyone, and only photos need verification.
What are "Sample profiles"?
Profiles tagged "Sample profile" are example listings that show how RentGFnd works. They are not real bookings, so they may not reply.
How do I delete my account?
Go to Dashboard → Account → Delete account, or use the Delete account page. Your profile, photos and messages are removed.
Ratings & reviews
How do star ratings work?
After a completed booking the member gives an overall rating from 1 to 5 stars and can also rate Friendliness, Punctuality, Communication and Value for money. A friend's profile shows the average for each, plus how many 5★, 4★, 3★, 2★ and 1★ reviews they have.
Can anyone leave a review?
No. Only a member who completed a booking with that friend can review them, once per booking. That keeps ratings real.
Can I filter friends by rating?
Yes. On Find a Friend choose "4★ & up" or "3★ & up", or sort by "Top rated".
Can I ask a friend a question before booking?
Yes. Open their profile, go to the Q&A tab and ask. When they answer, the question and answer appear on their profile so others can see them too.
For local friends
How can I earn money as a friend?
Sign up as a Local Friend and build your profile with photos, activities, languages and your hourly rate. Add packages, post updates to grow followers, answer questions, accept bookings and request payouts from your dashboard.
How much can I charge?
You choose your own rate. The minimum is $10.00 per hour, or ₹300 per hour for friends in India. You can also add fixed-price packages.
What fee does RentGFnd take?
RentGFnd keeps 15% of each completed booking as a platform fee. The rest is your earnings, and you can see the exact split for every booking in Dashboard → Earnings.
How do I get paid?
Request a payout from Dashboard → Earnings by bank transfer, UPI, PayPal or Wise. Our team processes requests and you can track their status on the same page.
How do I get featured on the homepage?
Featured friends are chosen by our team. Complete profiles with good photos, a clear headline, packages and great reviews have the best chance.