Let's Talk Apps & Sites (Page 40)

Amber Brooks

By: Amber Brooks

Editor: Lillian Castro

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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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On myLovelyParent, Sons and Daughters Create the Dating Profile for Their Parent
Amber Brooks

Amber Brooks

The Short Version: myLovelyParent is a dating site with an original premise. Inspired by a son's love for his mom, this site lets children be the one to sign up on behalf of their parents, creating the profile and recommending matches. Through the emotional support and technological backing of their own sons and daughters, members can feel welcome on a friendly and safe website made with their needs in mind. From...

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12 Best Free Dating Apps[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

Free dating apps have transformed the way we online date. Singles are no longer limited to finding a mutual match on a laptop or desktop at home — we can now swipe on dating profiles and personal ads in a free dating app while standing in line at Starbucks, walking the dog, or dancing at the club (if that's your vibe). Besides the convenience dating apps have brought into our lives, some are also saving us money...

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MeetMe: The Popular Chat-Based App Helping People Make Quality Connections — Whether It’s Friends or Dates
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

Founded by siblings Catherine, Dave, and Geoff Cook in 2005, MeetMe is a popular social networking app that encourages men and women to put themselves out there and get to know a variety of people — no matter if they're looking for friendship, a date, or a relationship. With its fun chat features and relaxed environment, MeetMe takes the pressure off singles to find that special someone and helps them just enjoy the...

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David Evans Using the Expertise From His Online Dating Insider Blog to Build Digicraft Consultancy
Lauren Keys

Lauren Keys

The Short Version: After using Match in the early days of online dating, David Evans quickly realized that it was an emerging trend. He decided to further embed himself in the space by creating his Online Dating Insider blog, which became a go-to for industry insights, and he, in turn, became a sought-after expert. He has since capitalized on his opinions by bringing his consulting, analysis, and advisory business...

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MillionaireMatch: Celebrating 15 Years as the Original Dating Site for Successful, High-Profile Singles
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

The Short Version: MillionaireMatch.com was created in 2001 with the mission to help wealthy singles find that special someone who can relate to and welcome their busy, luxurious lifestyles. Fifteen years and more than 2.7 million users later, MillionaireMatch has become a go-to dating site for successful, high-profile singles — thanks to a multi-talented team that's committed to its members. Successful,...

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Stitch Weaves People Together: A Website for Mature Adults Seeking Friendship or Romance
Amber Brooks

Amber Brooks

The Short Version: An easy way to make plans with new friends, Stitch is a global social network that connects mature people. With thousands of members ages 50-94, Stitch offers users the chance to travel together, attend movies, go to restaurants, and enjoy each other's company without the pressure of it being a date. With the backing of a helpful staff, easy navigation, and years of experience, members can find...

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TinDating: The Platform for a Global Community of Singles to “Speed Date” Online
Lauren Keys

Lauren Keys

The Short Version: The dating site TinDating seeks to expand the reaches of other sites and apps to find singles all over the world from a web browser on your desktop, tablet, or phone. With its online speed dating service, members can find other singles and video chat securely directly from its website, a unique feature in the dating world. Many people feel restricted by today’s multitude of dating sites and apps...

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A One-on-One With Linx Dating Founder Amy Andersen — How She Became “Silicon Valley’s Cupid”
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

The Short Version: Whether they’re creating the latest edition of an already-cool product or coming up with the next big thing in tech, singles in Silicon Valley can lead fast-paced lives — which means dating often gets put on the backburner. Since 2003, Linx Dating and its Founder Amy Andersen have been addressing the needs of these busy, relationship-minded professionals with a curated, personalized, and...

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Professional Relationship Guidance is Just a Secure Text Away With the Relationup App
Lauren Keys

Lauren Keys

The Short Version: When you experience an intimate relationship problem, sometimes you don’t want to talk about it with your mom or best friend — you’d rather get the unbiased advice of a professional. Relationup offers affordable and private access to live relationship advisers trained in mental health related fields, like Counseling and Marriage Family Therapy, within a few taps on your mobile device. A sigh can...

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How to Meet Gay Seniors[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Brian Rzepczynski

Brian Rzepczynski

Our dating experts have noticed that older adults in the LGBTQ community can have a particularly difficult time trying to meet gay seniors. Hopefully, reading this article will help clear things up a little. Meeting gay seniors can be easy if you know how and where to look for them, and we're here to recommend the top dating services, resources, and venues to make something happen. You can cut out the guesswork and...

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Targeted Matching Features — Why The Dating Lounge Is The Premier Invitation-Only Dating App For Successful Professionals
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

The Short Version: Where "the red velvet rope is always up," The Dating Lounge is the first invitation-only dating app to be created by a professional matchmaker specifically for successful and sophisticated singles. With almost two decades of experience in the dating industry, Samantha Daniels founded The Dating Lounge based on her "secret sauce" for matchmaking — building an accurate algorithm that matches members...

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eharmony’s Cost & 100% Free Trial[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

We have everything you need to know about how much eharmony costs, but, first, a little background information. Founded in 2000, eharmony is one of the best dating sites around, especially if you're looking for a serious relationship. It's also a dating site that gives you a lot of bang for your buck — with its free membership and all-inclusive paid subscription options. While it may be one of the pricier...

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Online Senior Dating Sites: Tips for Daters Over 50 Backed By Experience and Expertise
Lauren Keys

Lauren Keys

The Short Version: After years of hearing question after question on senior dating as an online dating counselor, Sue decided to start her own service to be a resource for singles over 50. Her website, OnlineSeniorDatingSites.com, provides insight into the mature dating scene with detailed reviews, up-to-the-minute news, and advice for seniors looking for love in the digital age. Ying (Sue) Su, who started...

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16 Best Places to Find a Lesbian Chat Room (2024)
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

Online chat rooms have come a long way from the days of AOL, especially beyond just text. From webcams to phone chat, there are a variety of ways to get to know gay girls online — you've just got to find the right place first. Luckily, we've taken care of that part. Taking popularity, features, and pricing into consideration, here are the 16 Best Places to Find a Lesbian Chat Room. (FYI: These places are also...

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9 Best Catholic Dating Sites[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Amber Brooks

Amber Brooks

Although it's not always the most comfortable conversation topic, religion can make or break relationships in the dating scene. Members of the Catholic faith, in particular, can sometimes have difficulties finding a partner who shares the same core beliefs and values. Like an answered prayer, Catholic dating sites offer a place to gather and meet like-minded singles. Our Best Catholic Dating Sites — chosen for...

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Modern Matchmaking — Tawkify Makes Dating Effortless With No Profiles & Personalized Planned Dates
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

The Short Version: Tawkify has shifted the focus back on the simple core of dating — to get to know and enjoy another person. By eliminating the time-consuming and monotonous online dating requirements, like setting up profiles, taking selfies, and sorting through “matches,” Tawkify matchmakers make dating fun again. Matchmakers start by interviewing the client and finding their dating dreams, and then they...

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A Foreign Affair: A Transparent Company That’s Been Reducing the Stigma Around International Dating Since 1995
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

The Short Version: Connecting thousands of American men with foreign women from across the world — both in person and online — A Foreign Affair is "the #1 International Dating Agency." Since 1995, A Foreign Affair has hosted more than 523 multiple-city tours in Europe, Asia, and Latin America and over 1,245 socials — which include unlimited introductions, champagne dinners, and personal interpreters. Not only is A...

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Private, Fun, Supportive — Special Bridge is the Leading Dating Site & Online Community for Disabled People
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

The Short Version: Not only is Special Bridge the premier dating site for people with disabilities — but it's also a popular social network that gives them a secure and welcoming place to meet new people without feeling self-conscious about their ability levels. With its precise matching tools, private communication features, and member screening process, Special Bridge is "bridging the gap for love, friendship, and...

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

Hayley Matthews

Cougar dating sites — where an older woman can date a younger man — are growing more popular every day, and it's easy to see why. Older women enjoy feeling young again and having eye candy on their arms, while younger men admire these beautiful ladies and the power and confidence they possess. Don't listen to the dating rule that says divide your age by two and add seven and that's the youngest you should ever go....

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Meet Girls Online: 4 Easy Ways for Hookups, Dates & Love[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
David Wygant

David Wygant

Guys, today's dating world is set up for your success. With so many sites, apps, and social media networks to choose from, it's easier than ever to meet girls online and offline. Whether you’re looking for a date, hookup, relationship, or even marriage, you have plenty of options out there. Thanks to online dating, single men can search for women based on their dating standards and start flirtatious conversations...

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How PlentyOfFish’s “Work Hard, Play Hard” Culture Led to Its Success
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

The Short Version: Whether it's hosting quarterly hack-a-thons, taking company ski retreats, building intuitive features, or holding in-office happy hours, the folks at PlentyofFish.com have found the perfect balance between working hard and playing hard — and it’s paid off. Since its 2003 launch, this Vancouver-based company has gone from being a one-person start-up and a new name in the dating industry to a team of...

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100+ Cities & A Match Guarantee — Pre-Dating™ Makes Speed Dating Easier Than Ever
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

The Short Version: With over 5.3 million speed dates and counting under its belt — not to mention events held in more than 100 cities across the U.S. and Canada — Pre-Dating™ is the world's largest speed-dating service specifically for single professionals. And thanks to its Match Guarantee and patent, Pre-Dating is not only able to ensure that you won't meet the same people twice — but also that you'll be matched...

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Comfort, Privacy & Mutual Respect: How Siren is Humanizing Online Dating
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

The Short Version: Socially evolved Siren is transforming the dating app space with its inclusive attitude, relatable Question of the Day, and customizable privacy features. On Siren, it's all about connecting you with great people through genuine conversation — not addictive and mindless swiping. To that end, they've created a fun and secure environment where you can be your real self and let romantic chemistry with...

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#ItsOnWade: Let WhatsYourPrice.com Pay for Your Valentine’s Date
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

The Short Version: WhatsYourPrice.com and CEO Brandon Wade are taking care of the bill this Valentine’s Day with the #ItsOnWade event. All you have to do is sign up for the site by 3 p.m. EST on Feb. 14 and set up the date! Valentine's Day is almost here, so if you're a single man looking for a beautiful woman to go on a date with — or if you're a single lady looking for a successful guy to take you out as well as...

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Dating Ring: Personable & Experienced Matchmakers Become Your BFFs in Online Dating
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

The Short Version: With in-person sessions, 24/7 advice, and frequent feedback, Dating Ring and its team of professional matchmakers are like your dating-BFFs — ones who know everything about you, what you want in a date or long-term partner, and how to find him or her for you. From crafting the perfect profile to choosing your best photos to searching thousands of potentially compatible singles, they put the human...

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Specialty, Simplicity & Purrsonality — Why Purrsonals.com is the Purrfect Dating Site for Cat Lovers
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

The Short Version: "Where cat lovers greet and meet," Purrsonals.com is the #1 dating site for finding a fellow felinophile. And with a secure screening process, easy-to-use chat features, member-generated blog posts, and the latest in cat news, Purrsonals is also a go-to social networking platform for making like-minded friends, sharing personal stories, and reveling in all things cats. 42.9 million U.S....

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How to Meet Gay Guys Without Grindr[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Brian Rzepczynski

Brian Rzepczynski

We all know you can meet gay guys on Grindr, the most popular gay dating app, like, ever. However, Grindr is known for being hookup-oriented, so if you're looking for long-lasting love or just an awesome sexless date, you're more likely to have success if you try other outlets. Grindr isn't the alpha and omega of the gay dating scene. Some guys don't like how superficial it is or prefer flirting in person. So,...

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How to Meet Gay Guys Online[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Mason Glenn

Mason Glenn

These days, it's easier than ever to meet gay guys online. With the evolution of technology, social media, and online dating, we now have tons of options for finding potential suitors and the perfect match. And the most popular dating sites and apps have become go-to flirting zones. We highly recommend using a dating platform to meet people and make a date with someone who's compatible with you. Whether you're...

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DateBritishGuys: Bridging the Gap Across the Pond for American Women & U.K. Men
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

The Short Version: Created by an American woman and British man who fell in love, DateBritishGuys.com is the first dating site to exclusively focus on connecting singles across the pond. Whether you want an English gentleman or an American beauty, DateBritishGuys will "add international flavor to your love life" with its targeted user base and verification process, where all the men are British and it's free for them...

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Is eHarmony Good? 7 Reasons to Try It 100% Free[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

You've probably seen a few commercials and maybe you've heard friends or family members praise eharmony, but you may still wonder, "Is eharmony good? Or is it too good to be true?" With so many dating sites out there, it can be hard to figure out which ones are worth your time, not to mention your money. Founded in 2000, eharmony is a pioneer in the online dating space. And it's not just one of the first dating...

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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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