Let's Talk Apps & Sites (Page 41)

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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1201.
MissTravel.com: Meet Adventure-Loving Singles & See the World Together
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

The Short Version: Whether it's a weekend getaway to Las Vegas or a two-week trip to Dubai that you’ve been dreaming of, MissTravel.com is the go-to dating site for singles who love to travel and are looking for a companion to join them. Available in more than 135 countries and with various trip types — not to mention over 615,000 jetsetters on the site — MissTravel takes online dating to the next level by turning it...

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GlutenFreeSingles: Connecting GF Daters, Building Up the Community & Spreading Awareness
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

The Short Version: Founded by gluten-free best friends Sheri Grande and Marcella Romaya, GlutenFreeSingles.com is the first and largest dating site specifically for singles who have Celiac disease, gluten allergies, or gluten-free preferences. Not only does GlutenFreeSingles provide a welcoming place for these daters, but the site also spreads awareness and educates people within and outside of the gluten-free...

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12 Million Users & Dozens of Free Premium Features — Mingle2 Helps Find the Person of Your Dreams at No Cost
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

The Short Version: With over 12 million users worldwide and numerous advanced features, Mingle2.com is one of the largest all-inclusive free dating sites out there. From a comprehensive search system to premier, private browsing and messaging functions, finding that special someone is "totally free and always will be" thanks to Mingle2. According to Online Dating Magazine, there are more than 2,500 online dating...

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BeautifulPeople.com: The VIP Room of the Online Dating World
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

The Short Version: With its unapologetically honest attitude and member-curated userbase, BeautifulPeople.com has created the largest, most exclusive dating site for attractive people in the world, “where beautiful relationships begin.” BeautifulPeople is available in more than 150 countries and has turned away more than 10 million singles, ensuring that users are only connected with other "aesthetically blessed" men...

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Is Match.com Worth It? 6 Reasons to Try 100% Free[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

A lot of singles looking to meet new people have searched their souls and asked themselves, "Is Match.com worth it?" Some men and women may hesitate to take a chance on love and trust their hearts to a dating website without first getting an assurance that it'll work. Well, let me assure you that Match is one of the most popular and effective dating sites and apps in the world. Match has the largest paid membership...

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Is Tinder Gay Friendly? What You Need to Know If You’re LGBTQIA+[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Tamára Lunardo

Tamára Lunardo

Tinder— the popular dating app for the young, hot, and tech-savvy single — has made over 75 billion matches since it launched in 2012. But is Tinder gay friendly (or lesbian, bisexual, trans, and queer friendly, for that matter)? Our online dating experts took a look at Tinder through rainbow-colored glasses, and this is what we found out. Tinder Is Gay Friendly Only in the Strictest Terms It’s no secret that...

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OurTime 14-Day Free Trial: What to Know[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

We've gotten a lot of questions about the OurTime free trial period, so we decided to write an article to clear things up for senior singles who are hoping to find romance and love online without spending a whole bunch of their hard-earned cash. For the record, OurTime.com used to offer a 14-day trial to give singles full access to the membership base, but that deal is now a thing of the past. Nowadays OurTime...

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FarmersOnly: Humor & Simplicity Connect You With the Folks Who “Just Get It”
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

The Short Version: For single farmers looking for love, "City Folks Just Don't Get It", but FarmersOnly.com does. As the first dating site for single farmers, cowboys, and people living in rural areas, FarmersOnly has addressed the needs of millions to become the leader in the niche dating space — all thanks to the drive of Founder Jerry Miller, a passionate team, an eye for humor, and a simplified online dating...

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12 Best Interracial Dating Sites[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

Love can come in all different shapes, sizes, and colors, so you never know when it's going to strike. When you have an open mind and an open heart, finding that potential partner online in a sea of billions becomes that much easier. Whether it's for one great date or a relationship that lasts a lifetime, the 12 Best Interracial Dating Sites can help you on your journey. 1....

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How to Find Love At 60: 6 Easiest Options[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Michelle Johnson

Michelle Johnson

Finding love at 60 can be daunting, especially if you haven't dated in years or even decades. However, with a bit of knowledge, enthusiasm, and effort, you can create exciting opportunities for yourself in the dating world. Here are 6 ways to expand your comfort zone and make new love connections: 1. Online Dating Online dating is hands down the best way to find love at 60. More than 10 million people 55 and...

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GreenSingles®: Connecting Environmentally-Friendly Daters, Improving the Niche Space & Saving the Planet
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

The Short Version: Created by environmentalists for environmentalists, GreenSingles.com is a premier niche dating site that gives farmers, vegetarians, gardeners, and eco-conscious daters in general a place to meet not only like-minded but also like-hearted people. If you're an environmentally-friendly single, whether you drive a Prius, recycle on a regular basis, or are a vegetarian, one of the most important...

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3 Free Dating Sites Like POF[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

Plenty of Fish is a free dating site used by millions of singles every day, but it's not everybody's first choice in the online dating scene. Fortunately, there are plenty of free dating sites like Plenty of Fish, and many of them can offer a lot more bang for your buck (pun totally intended). The following top-rated dating sites offer free access to a large dating database and also have better reputations,...

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What Does NSA Mean on Dating Sites?[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

You may have come across the term "NSA" on a dating site or app and wondered what it means. Well, it's not that complicated. The acronym NSA means "no strings attached." As in, I'm not looking for a girlfriend, boyfriend, or serious commitment. I just want to have fun. People who are looking for no-strings-attached dates want a casual sexual encounter without making any promises about the future. Here are some...

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Maximizing Features & Utilizing Customer Feedback — How JDate CEO Michael Egan is Streamlining the Dating Process
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

The Short Version: So many dating sites have gotten wrapped up in excessive features that it's diluted the whole online dating process. Instead of adding to the noise, JDate, the go-to online community for Jewish singles, and its CEO, Michael Egan, focus on a core set of services. Making it easier for people to meet, connect, and actually date, JDate has even gone as far as to analyze user behavior and weed out...

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Is SeniorPeopleMeet.com Free? Yes, Here’s How[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

SeniorPeopleMeet.com was one of the top dating sites for singles 55 and older, and it has merged with the OurTime dating site to continue to serve senior singles looking for a casual date or serious relationship. The great thing is you can set up an OurTime profile and browse other singles for free for as long as you want, and a paid membership will allow you to send and receive messages. OurTime (Formerly...

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eHarmony Success Rate: 7 Stats & Free Trial[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

Even a cursory glance at eharmony's success rate is enough to convince people that this dating site can work wonders and inspire real relationships and marriages. Since its launch in 2000, eharmony has seen over 2 million couples fall in love on the site, and its reputation as a matchmaker has only improved with time. If you're thinking of joining eharmony, it's good to know as much as possible about how it works...

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Do You Have to Pay for Zoosk? Try a 100% Free Trial[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

If you're dating on a budget, it's only natural to wonder, "Do I have to pay for Zoosk?" The answer is no, you don't have to pay for Zoosk because it has an array of free features available to everyone. Zoosk is a social networking dating site, which means it's great for young singles, and the best part is they offer free membership and the option to earn Zoosk coins for more fun features — all before paying for a...

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Is Match.com Free? Yes, Here’s How[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

Match.com is one of the oldest and most popular dating site out there, and many people wonder, "Is Match.com free?" The short answer is -- yes. Match offers a free membership with browsing and matching features. Everyone starts with a free membership on Match, and they can remain free members for as long as they like. We've also done some digging into the Match free trial and paid subscription plan to let you know...

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4 Best Gay Dating Sites for Relationships[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

A survey found 88% of gay men are open to or actively seeking a relationship, and something like 65% of gay couples say they met online, so you have pretty good odds of finding love on a gay dating app or site. If you choose the right space, that is. How do you choose which dating site to join? Our experts have done some of the heavy lifting by investigating apps like Grindr, Taimi, eharmony, and SCRUFF to see if...

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12 Best Gay & LBGTQ+ Dating Apps[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

Surveys of single people indicate that about 70% of gay men and 47% of lesbians have dated someone they met online, and dating apps are easily the most popular way for same-sex couples to get together. If you're wondering which app to download to find LGBTQ+ love, look no further because we've picked the best dating apps for gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender singles. Click the links below to read the section...

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11 Best Dating Sites for Over 50[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

In the last few years, the best dating sites for over 50 have become increasingly popular and successful places to build short-term and long-term connections. More than 48% of people over 50 have turned to online dating to find a serious relationship, while 26% wanted friendship, and 14% were after casual dating and hookups. Generally speaking, dating in your 50s is totally different than dating in your 20s. You...

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40 Fun (And Free!) Online Dating Games
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

There are literally thousands of free online dating games out there, but we've made it easy on you by narrowing down the 40 best and dividing them into 8 different categories. When the games aren't cutting it anymore, our 10 best online dating sites will help you find someone special in real life. Navigate This Article: Best...

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I Tested & Ranked the 12 Best Dating Apps[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Amber Brooks

Amber Brooks

When I joined my first dating app in 2015, it was a bit of a niche thing, and there was even some stigma to it. Many guys would explain to me why they were using this "last-ditch effort" way to meet people. Now online dating is the norm. Today, over 350 million people worldwide have used an app to make friends, find dates, have a fling, and even get in a relationship. Online dating is responsible for 39% of new...

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

Hayley Matthews

Online dating used to be stigmatized as a desperate or ineffective way to meet women, but now it's pretty common to hear stories about happy couples who met online. Today, 52% of online daters are men, and 39% of heterosexual couples meet online. Tons of great dating sites and apps have helped singles make the most of the dating experience. There are more than 2,500 dating sites in the U.S, and while...

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Dating Apps vs Dating Sites: 10 Questions to Ask Yourself
Gina Stewart

Gina Stewart

First came newspaper ads (queue: do you like pina coladas?), then came video dating, then came dating sites. Now the next generation of dating tools is literally in our hands: the dating app. What's the deal with dating apps, and are they better than just using a dating site? Answer these 10 questions to see which one is better for you: 10. Do You Want to Write a Profile? As an online dating coach, I meet so many...

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3 (Actual) Reasons Why Mariah Carey Joined Match.com
Shelby Davidson

Shelby Davidson

Queen bee, diva extraordinaire and ruler of all peasants is breaking the Internet as we speak. And no, I'm not talking about Kim Kardashian and her nudes. Mariah Carey is in breaking news everywhere for her recent venture into the online dating world. She is allegedly single and ready to mingle with her new profile on Match.com. As if her split from Nick Cannon in 2014 wasn't shocking enough, this is sure to stir...

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CatholicMatch: The Faith-Focused Dating Site You’ve Been Looking For
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

The 411: For the past 16 years, CatholicMatch.com has been the #1 dating site dedicated to creating more lasting marriages by bringing together singles of that particular faith.  In the '90s, when the Internet and online dating were just getting started, there weren't that many options for Catholic singles. That is, until CatholicMatch.com came along. Originally called SaintRaphael.net, CatholicMatch was...

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3.5 Million AdultFriendFinder Users’ Kinks Leaked — Why You Should Care
Logan Ladnyk

Logan Ladnyk

If you haven't heard, AdultFriendFinder was hacked in 2015. It was a shocking revelation when AFF confirmed with Channel 4 in the U.K. that they were breached two months back in March. While credit card information wasn't obtained, other data was, such as the sexual preferences and desires of more than 3.5 million users. The hack is another reminder of the perils we face in the digital age. You might not have an...

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POZ: Reducing HIV Stigma One Story at a Time
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

The Short Version: Featuring a dating network of 150,000+ members, personal testimonies added weekly and consistently-updated news, POZ is breaking down barriers and supporting an often unfairly stigmatized community: those living with HIV. When the AIDS epidemic first overwhelmed the U.S. in the 1980s, people were shocked and scared, and people living with HIV were often shunned. POZ magazine and POZ.com serve as...

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SpectrumSingles: The Go-To Dating Site for People On the Autism Spectrum
Hayley Matthews

Hayley Matthews

The 411: Introducing SpectrumSingles.com: a safe, affordable and comfortable environment for singles on the autism spectrum to find someone who is compatible in every way. By narrowing the dating field and making unique matches for specific users, meeting a lifelong partner just got much easier.  Because it can be so difficult to determine the level of compatibility of a potential friend or partner on the spectrum...

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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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