What is Velo and how does it solve movie indecision?

Velo is a cooperative movie matchmaking mobile application for couples, families, and friend groups. Instead of endless scrolling on streaming services, everyone in the group swipes independently through the same movie deck. Velo calculates each vote into a fair, consensus-ranked watchlist with a single winner.

How does the Velo consensus scoring algorithm work?

Each Swipe Right contributes +1 point, Super Likes contribute +3 points, and Discards subtract -1 point. In genre-based sessions, an affinity boost of up to +1.5 points is awarded for favorite genres. If Strict Veto mode is enabled, any movie discarded by even one participant with zero super-likes is completely eliminated.

Can Velo filter movies by streaming services like Netflix, Disney+, and Max?

Yes. Velo supports streaming provider filtering across 50+ countries. In group sessions, Velo dynamically matches movies available on services owned by all session participants so no one gets recommended movies they cannot stream.

Can I import my Letterboxd watch history and ratings into Velo?

Yes! Velo includes a built-in Letterboxd importer. Simply export your data zip from Letterboxd (Settings > Data > Export) and import it into Velo. Ratings are mapped automatically (>=4.5 stars to Super Like, >=3.5 stars to Like, <=1.5 stars to Dislike) and watched titles are filtered from future sessions.

Do friends need to download the app or create an account to join?

No. Guests can join swiping sessions friction-free by simply entering the 6-character room code or scanning the host’s QR code with a nickname.

How does Strict Veto mode work?

Strict Veto ensures zero conflict on movie night. When enabled, any title that receives a Discard from any participant (and no Super Likes) is immediately excluded from the final results.

Yes! Velo is 100% free to create sessions, swipe with friends, and save watchlists. An optional one-time lifetime upgrade, Velo Pro, is available for power users wanting 30-movie decks, unlimited group size, and an ad-free experience.

What platforms is Velo available on?

Velo is built natively for iOS and Android devices, featuring biometric passkey authentication, offline mode support, and real-time multiplayer lobbies.

🎟Velo: Cooperative Movie Matchmaking App

Velo. Stop Scrolling. Start Watching Together.

Velo is the mobile movie matchmaking app that ends the "What should we watch tonight?" argument. Swipe through movie decks with your partner or friends and get an instant consensus-ranked watchlist filtered by your streaming services.

iOS & Android NativePowered by TMDBInstant Realtime SyncZero-Friction Guest Mode

Currently in Active Development — Coming Soon to iOS & Android

Velo Cooperative Movie Matchmaker App Interface

Application Purpose & Features

About Velo: Purpose of the Application

Velo is a cooperative movie matchmaking mobile application designed to solve decision paralysis when picking movies for couples, families, and friend groups.

What is Velo?

Velo is a mobile application that turns movie selection into a seamless, fun, cooperative swiping game. One user creates a room, friends join via a 6-character code or QR code, and everyone swipes through movie cards independently. Velo’s consensus algorithm then computes each person’s preferences into a fair, weighted watchlist for tonight’s movie session.

Cooperative Swiping: Independent swiping prevents peer pressure, bias, and spoiler peeking.

Consensus Watchlist: Algorithmic scoring ranks choices fairly based on votes from all room participants.

How Google OAuth / Sign-In is Used

Velo integrates Google Sign-In exclusively to provide users with secure account authentication, profile creation, and real-time synchronization of saved watchlists and movie taste profiles across devices.

Secure Account Authentication: Google Sign-In enables fast login, account recovery, and cross-device sync without storing sensitive personal data.

Built for Movie Lovers

Everything You Need to Pick the Perfect Movie

Velo turns movie night indecision into a fun, cooperative game backed by smart algorithms and real-time streaming filters.

Consensus Match Algorithm

Votes are scored transparently (+1 Like, -1 Discard, +3 Super-Like) with subtle genre bonuses to deliver a truly democratic watchlist.

Core Feature

6-Character Join Code & QR

Host creates a session in seconds. Friends join instantly by scanning a QR code or entering a 6-character code with zero login friction.

Realtime Sync

Smart 12-Movie Taste Quiz

Rate 12 popular films to calibrate your personal taste profile. Velo dynamically weights your favorite genres and decades over time.

Personalized

Strict Veto Mode

Enable strict veto mode so any movie discarded by even one participant is completely eliminated from the final results.

Zero Conflict

Streaming Platform Filter

Filter decks dynamically by providers (Netflix, Max, Disney+, Prime, Apple TV+) owned by participants in 50+ countries.

Provider Match

Letterboxd .zip Import

Import your Letterboxd watch history in one tap. High ratings automatically boost preferences, and watched titles are auto-filtered.

Cinephile Sync

Solo Discovery Mode

Watching alone? Swipe through personalized 20-movie discovery decks with customizable genre combination rules.

Single Player

Velo Pro Lifetime

No recurring subscriptions! One-time unlock for 30-movie decks, unlimited group size, unlimited genres, and an ad-free experience.

Lifetime Ownership

Simple 3-Step Process

How Velo Works in 30 Seconds

From creating a room to pressing play in three easy steps.

Create or Join a Room

The host sets up a session and shares the 6-character code or QR badge. No tedious sign-ups required for guests.

Custom timers, streaming provider filters, and deck sizes available.

Swipe Through the Deck

Each participant swipes independently: Right for Like (+1), Left for Discard (-1), Up for Super-Like (+3). Zero spoiler peeking!

Progress & card stack saved locally if you switch apps.

Get Tonight’s Pick

As soon as everyone finishes, Velo computes the consensus score and reveals "Tonight's Pick" with full vote breakdowns.

Save ranked watchlists directly to your profile for later.

Stream What You Actually Own

No More Renting Surprises or Missing Services

Velo matches movie recommendations against the exact streaming services you and your friends subscribe to.

Dynamic Group Intersection

When you swipe with friends, Velo filters the movie deck to include only titles available on streaming platforms owned by at least one participant (or the host).

Global Watch Region Support

Streaming catalogs change across countries. Velo accurately checks regional TMDB watch provider data across 50+ countries.

Supported Global ProvidersActive in 50+ Regions

Netflix

MAX

Max

D+

Disney+

Prime Video

TV

Apple TV+

hulu

Hulu

P+

Paramount+

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Peacock

Comparison Matrix

Why Velo Beats Every Other Way to Pick Movies

See how Velo compares against frustrating endless streaming menus, disorganized group chats, and generic picker tools.

Feature / Capability	Velo Movie Matchmaker	Endless App Scrolling	WhatsApp / Discord Polls	Generic Swiping Clones
Average Decision Time	⚡ Less than 2 minutes	❌ 30 to 60+ minutes	❌ Hours of arguing	⚠️ 5 to 10 minutes
Consensus Scoring Algorithm	✅ Weighted (+1, -1, +3) & Genre Boosts	❌ None (Alphabetical/Algorithmic)	❌ Basic 1-vote poll	⚠️ Binary match only
Strict Veto Mode (No Disliked Movies)	✅ Instant Elimination of Vetoes	❌ No veto mechanism	❌ Constant veto arguments	❌ No veto logic
Streaming Service Filter (Group Match)	✅ Filters across all friends’ services	⚠️ Limited to one app at a time	❌ Manual checking needed	❌ No streaming filtering
Letterboxd History Import	✅ Full .zip export sync	❌ Not supported	❌ Manual typing	❌ Not supported
Guest Room Code & QR (No Signup)	✅ 6-Character Code & Instant QR	❌ Requires account sharing	⚠️ Unstructured messaging	❌ Forced account registration
Pricing Model	✨ 100% Free / Optional Lifetime Pro	⚠️ Recurring subscriptions ($$$)	✅ Free	❌ Monthly recurring paywalls

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Velo.

Velo is a cooperative movie matchmaking mobile application designed to help couples, families, and friend groups choose movies to watch together without decision paralysis or arguments. Users swipe on movie cards in shared rooms, and Velo automatically calculates consensus preferences into a ranked watchlist.

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