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Amber Brooks

By: Amber Brooks

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Welcome to dating app central! Here we rounded up the best articles that focus on how to use online dating services to your advantage. While some sites may review only the mainstream, big-name dating platforms, we spend our days inspecting every end of the dating app industry so you can get all the deets.

DatingAdvice is the authority on dating, and we have the tools to help you set your sights on the right matches. Our articles review, compare, and provide tips on online dating platforms to help readers make the best choices for their love lives.

Before diving into online dating, it is important to understand how it works. And our expert-driven content helps you do just that. Need in-depth reviews and side-by-side comparisons of popular AND niche dating platforms? We got you.

Our readers can dive deep into features, user experience, pricing, and success rates of dating sites, with expert commentary guiding them through it all. This way, you can narrow down your search and start swiping smarter and faster.

In this section, you’ll also read all about the trends shaping the future of online dating. Find the latest news on what’s happening in the dating industry and learn the ins and outs of how to use dating platforms to their fullest.

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NZDating: New Zealand Singles Mingle on Message Boards & Private Chats in a Safe Online Dating Community
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

The Short Version: The web has a dating site for just about everything these days. No matter where you live or what type of people you love, there's a niche community out there for you. If you're in New Zealand and looking for a date, you can sign up for a free membership with NZDating to get your flirt on. On this premium dating site, a community of diverse New Zealanders (aka Kiwis) come to meet new people and form...

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11 Best Free Crossdresser Dating Sites[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Amber Brooks

Amber Brooks

Crossdressing has been around for centuries -- seen in Greek, Norse, and Hindu mythology (Achilles), history (Charles D’Eon), TV shows (RuPaul), and movies (Dr. Frank N. Furter) -- but crossdresser dating sites and apps are still a relatively new phenomenon. Online dating has empowered singles to find and attract people who share similar interests, fetishes, and lifestyles, and that's been empowering for those in...

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7 Best Free LDS Dating Sites[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

LDS dating sites can be a lifesaver for singles who see religion as a dealbreaker or dealmaker in a long-term relationship. An old friend of mine is Mormon, and she used to meet her boyfriends at church functions or other LDS-related events. This was before Match.com launched and online dating really took off, so the only way she could be sure of dating a guy who practiced the same religion was to spend time...

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Military Cupid Reviews + 3 Better Alternatives[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

When putting together this Military Cupid review, I was impressed by the virtues and dedication of singles seeking such a proud community of servicemen and women. Serving in the armed forces is one of the bravest things someone can do, but it can also be a lonely experience, especially if you're single. While you can talk to your family and friends on the phone or via Skype, and they can send you care packages,...

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Meeting Senior Singles for Free: 9 Tips for Online & In Your Area[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

It's been said that 50 is the new 40, but with advances in the health and technology fields, we'd say 60 is the new 50, and age doesn't have to hold seniors back from living to the fullest. The over-50 demographic is rapidly becoming more active in the online dating scene, and that's been a wonderful thing to see. Thanks to modern technology, single seniors have more options than ever for making new friends and...

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The History of Online Dating: A Timeline From Paper Ads to Websites[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

When I was in school, I was never the biggest fan of history unless it was something I cared about. English royalty, the Salem Witch Trials, Greek mythology? Yes, yes, and yes. The Crusades, the Mayan Civilization, Confucius? No, no, and no. In terms of online dating, I'd give it a yes — I am in the industry, after all. It's fascinating to think about how the process got started and where it's at now. In this...

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Select Personal Introductions: A Discreet Dating Agency Handpicks Matches For Over 1,000 Singles in the UK
Amber Brooks

Amber Brooks

The Short Version: If you're frustrated with the online dating scene, or if you don't have time to hunt through a club for a date, a dating agency can be a great solution for finding someone special. Select Personal Introductions helps singles meet people who have been vetted and deemed quality relationship material. The company arranges introductions for eligible members who are living or working in the Northwest...

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13 Best Free Swinger Sites[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Amber Brooks

Amber Brooks

The swinger lifestyle is intriguing to many people, and popular swinger sites have done studies to give insight into what to expect. For example, more than 89% are married or in a committed relationship, over 78% of married swinging couples are happy (vs. 64% of non-swinging married couples), and the average age at which men and women start swinging is 35.2 and 31.4, respectively. The study I'm referencing was...

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7 Best Online Speed Dating Sites & Games[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Amber Brooks

Amber Brooks

Online speed dating has taken an age-old practice of meeting people in five-minute mini-dates and turned it into an internet sensation. Speed dating can be efficient and fun in the right setting, and the virtual space is perfect for singles who want to explore new connections quickly and safely. We've compiled a list of 10 free sites where you can speed date and find speed dating events near you -- as well as...

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SugarDaddyForMe Review & 4 Better Options[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

We hope this review can shed some light on the complexities of sugar dating -- because there are a lot of misconceptions out there. Some people tend to have a certain image in their head when they think about the sugar daddy and sugar baby relationship. There's a "Sex and the City" episode in which Samantha dates a significantly older man, and she loves being spoiled with expensive jewelry and fancy dinners. That...

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7 Best Free Indian Dating Sites[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Amber Brooks

Amber Brooks

Indian dating sites have started to become the most popular matchmaking tools for singles who don't want their families making the most important decision of their lives. In his book "Modern Romance: An Investigation," Aziz Ansari describes how his dad met his mom back in India. Aziz says, "He told his parents he was ready to get married, so his family arranged meetings with three neighboring families. The first...

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Is Elite Singles Free? 7 Free Features to Use[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

Budget-conscious singles often ask us, "Is Elite Singles free?" or "Is Elite Singles affordable?" And the answer to that depends on your values. In 1995, the average tank of gas was around $1.15 a gallon. Today it’s more like $3.82. A two-bedroom apartment cost $1,178 every month, but now you’ll be spending about $2,432. For $1.16, you could get a dozen eggs, but you’ll have to shell out an average of $2 for a...

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10 Best International Dating Sites[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Brittney Mayer

Brittney Mayer

International dating sites are perfect for those of you looking to break free from your local scene and explore relationships in other countries. Movies and TV shows tend to make the girl-next-door or boy-next-door scenario seem like the ideal way to find love, but what if your soul mate happens to live across the world? If you're only looking for local singles, you're going to have a limited dating...

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BBPeopleMeet Review & 2 Better Alternatives[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

Our BBPeopleMeet review focuses on the upside of joining a niche network for curvaceous singles, and we can also recommend some other dating sites in the business of connecting big-hearted folks. There are hundreds of acronyms used in online dating: IRL, NSA, DWF, M4W, TDH, WTR -- just to name a few. All these options can definitely get confusing and make you want to say TTFN. Some of the most common in the...

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11 Best Dating Sites for Professionals[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

Dating sites for professionals take romance to the next level by introducing people who have steady careers and want a steady relationship. Whether you went to college, trade school, or opened your own business, if you're a successful professional, you've probably worked really hard to get to where you are. Sometimes focusing on one's career means letting one's personal relationships suffer, and that can lead...

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Plenty of Fish Review & 5 Better Alternatives[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

Plenty of Fish reviews have been mostly positive over the years, and ours is no exception. We're a pretty big fan of the POF community, and this article will explain why. They say there are plenty of fish in the sea, and PlentyOfFish.com modeled its online dating community after that idea. Whether you've just gotten out of a serious relationship and want to get back in the saddle, or you've been single and ready...

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9 Best Free College Dating Sites[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Brittney Mayer

Brittney Mayer

College is usually one of the exciting times of people's lives, and college dating sites can make it even better. Picture it: you're probably away from home for the first time, making your own decisions, participating in new clubs and activities, and meeting tons of new people online and offline. As a 20-something, you can flirt pretty much 24/7 -- in class, at parties, at bars, or through friends and...

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Which Dating Site Should I Use? 7 Top Sites[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Amber Brooks

Amber Brooks

Today's singles have a ton of decisions to make every day. What are we going to wear? What are we going to eat for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks? What music are we going to listen to during the morning commute? What goals do we need to accomplish at work? What bills do we need to pay? What areas do we need to focus on at the gym? What time will we be able to finish chores once we get home? What show do we need...

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XDating Review & 100% Free Alternatives[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

The internet is an amazing space where you can catch up on the latest news, learn something fresh, broaden your perspective, or even dive into an XDating review. Online, you can uncover just about anything—no matter how unusual or elusive it might seem in the real world. Want a pastrami sandwich from Pirmanti Bros, but you live in Los Angeles? A gourmet delivery service like Goldbely can have it sent to you as if...

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One on One Matchmaking™: An Elite Dating Service Sets Up Dates For Single Professionals in Atlanta
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

The Short Version: Based in Atlanta, One on One Matchmaking takes a personalized approach to matching single professionals. The company offers a faster and easier way to land compatible dates with long-term potential and attracts quality clients who are tired of navigating dating on their own. About 98% of clients are college-educated professionals in search of committed relationships. One on One Matchmaking...

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10 Best Free Widow Dating Sites[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Brittney Mayer

Brittney Mayer

Widow dating sites can be a comforting space for singles looking to mend their hearts. They offer a gentle way to step back into the dating world. Moving past bereavement to find new love can be daunting.The dating world has its own unique challenges, and it can be hard to face the realities of being single again. But you're not entirely alone. Friends can help you set up a dating profile, family members can offer...

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11 Places to Find an “Am I a Lesbian” Test (With Pictures)
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

Me and my friends take Buzzfeed quizzes almost every day. I don't know why, but it's fun to find out who my favorite Harry Potter character is based on my favorite cheese or where I should travel to next based on my sign. But there are also quizzes out there that claim to help determine some important details about yourself, such as your sexual orientation. We get a lot of lesbian readers asking us for places to...

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Established Men Review & 2 Better Alternatives[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

Some people are negative about age-gap relationships, but not us -- we've written an Established Men review to help singles move past the stigma and find the person they desire most. Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta-Jones, George Clooney and Amal Alamuddin, Alec Baldwin and Hilaria Thomas -- these are just some of the couples who are in an older man/younger woman relationship, which tends to get a bad rap for no...

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7 Best Stoner Dating Sites[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Amber Brooks

Amber Brooks

Stoner dating sites sound like a pretty chill place to relax and mingle with some awesome people. At least you know you'll have a laugh. According to Slater from "Dazed and Confused," one of the world's most beloved stoner movies, “Behind every good man, there is a woman, and that woman was Martha Washington, man. And every day George would come home, and she would have a big fat bowl waiting for him, man, when he...

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Fiverr®: Where Lifestyle Experts Post, Customize & Expand Their Dating Services in 190+ Countries
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

The Short Version: Fiverr® gives experts in the dating industry an open marketplace to create, customize, and sell their niche services on the web. The flexible and affordable platform currently lists millions of services posted by entrepreneurs, freelancers, and small businesses around the world. Fiverr's global community of creative self-starters monetize their talents and market to people in 190 countries. In the...

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11 Best Couples Dating Sites[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

The term "couples dating site" may seem like an oxymoron to some folks, but it can open the door to romance and excitement for polyamorous individuals who want to strengthen and redefine their relationships. In her 2015 book "The Husband Swap," Louisa Leontiades said, “Human beings are hard-wired to make relationships. We do so in many capacities, fleeting and long-lasting, between different sexes, both inside and...

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Spiritual Singles: A Unique Global Community For Daters Seeking a Spiritual Partner
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

The Short Version: For some people, mainstream dating websites aren't the right path, and large databases feel too broad to serve their niche desires. Some awakened souls seek connection on a deeper level, and they find a home on Spiritual Singles. This unique and vibrant dating community welcomes open-hearted singles who enjoy meditation, live a holistic lifestyle, and share an interest in the metaphysical. You can...

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Compatible Partners Review & 5 Better Options[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Amber Brooks

Amber Brooks

Let's start this Compatible Partners review by giving you a little history on how the dating site got started. Around 2008, eharmony was getting some flack because its dating service wasn't exactly gay-friendly or lesbian-friendly. Singles creating an eharmony profile could only choose between "man seeking woman" or "woman seeking man." To better cater to this audience, eharmony launched Compatible Partners in...

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eharmony vs. Match: Reviews & 100% Free Trials[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

When you're trying to choose a dating site and are looking around the web for the right one, you're bound to come across many lists of the top options. On those lists, you're bound to see eharmony and Match.com, and then you may find yourself asking, "Is eharmony or Match better?" Ultimately, you're the one who has to make the final decision between the two, but we can help you along the way. From pricing and...

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11 Best Dating Sites for Young Adults[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Amber Brooks

Amber Brooks

They say age is just a number, but there are times when age does matter to some people. Take dating, for instance. When you date someone who's in your age group, you already have that one thing in common, and you're more likely to have similar tastes in music, movies, and TV. You probably have similar ways of communicating and similar goals, values, and beliefs. Basically, you're in the same place in life, so you...

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Amber Brooks

By: Amber Brooks

Editor-in-Chief

Amber Brooks is the Editor-in-Chief at DatingAdvice.com. When she was growing up, her family teased her for being "boy crazy," but she preferred to think of herself as a budding dating and relationship expert. As an English major at the University of Florida, Amber honed her communication skills to write clearly, knowledgeably, and passionately about a variety of subjects. Now with over 1,800 lifestyle articles to her name, Amber brings her tireless wit and relatable experiences to DatingAdvice.com. She has been quoted by the Washington Times, Cosmopolitan, The New York Post, and AskMen, among others.

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