London-based social and community networking app Cliq has secured a major seven-figure investment as it looks to accelerate international growth.

Founded in 2023, the platform is designed to help people connect through shared interests and meet in person, positioning itself as an alternative to traditional social media.

The business has grown to more than 100,000 users, with activity spanning the UK, US, Australia and Bali, and has achieved this growth without spending on marketing.

The latest funding round, backed by VC Artesian alongside a family office and angel investors, will be used to scale the business globally.