Now, a video-only dating app that gives people chance to 'really get to know' someone special

A new video-only dating app has been launched that aims to give people a chance to "really get to know" someone special.

Tickr, lets users upload videos of up to 30 seconds long that other people can "tick" for yes and "ick" if they are not interested, the Independent reported.

Two people who tick each other can then message or have live video chats and basic information including users' names, ages and heights is needed for profiles as well as their own "ticks" and "icks" - basic likes and dislikes.

The app's creator Daniel Freeman said that he found conventional dating websites misleading after his divorce two years ago, as two dates with women whom he met online were not "very good experiences".

Freeman believes video clips will make it difficult for prospective partners to "hide as much", showing more personality without having to answer questions about themselves.

The Tickr website is running here and an iPhone app is expected to be launched next week and the membership costs 10 pounds a month, but the first 5,000 people can sign up for free.