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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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6 Best Dating Sites for Searching for Singles[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Ashayla Blakely

Ashayla Blakely

Searching for singles can be pretty tough in the real world. You may go on what feels like an endless string of outings before you meet someone who is single and ready to mingle. But thanks to advanced technology, online dating has become a helpful resource with more tools for singles to meet in exciting and new ways.  So check out our list of the best 11 dating sites that can help assist you in finding...

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9 Best Free Hookup Websites[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Amber Brooks

Amber Brooks

Not everyone is looking for a happily ever after. In fact, a Pew Research study found that almost 24% of dating site and app users say a major reason for using these platforms was to have casual sex. Hookup websites and apps can help with that. Certain casual dating spaces aim to connect like-minded people who have similar kinks and don't want to get too serious too soon. The best hookup websites and apps offer...

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6 Best Herpes Dating Websites[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Karen Belz

Karen Belz

People who are diagnosed with the herpes simplex virus might assume that that's the end of their dating life — but, they'd be wrong. While herpes may halt intimacy every once in a while, it's more common than you may think. According to the American Sexual Health Association, approximately one in eight people have genital herpes. They also claim that up to 90% of people may have it and not even realize it due to...

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Fairytrail Helps Digital Nomads Find Love Matches and Adventure Partners
Lynn Cadet

Lynn Cadet

The Short Version: Fairytrail helps travelers and digital nomads build lasting relationships and embark on unforgettable adventures with its dating app and travel service partnerships. Users can download Fairytrail for free and match with other singles by selecting the same trips. Fairytrail gives traveling singles a specialized platform to discover other like-minded individuals and meet a special someone with whom...

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OkCupid Review & 4 Free Alternatives[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Karen Belz

Karen Belz

All dating apps have their charms, but there's something special about OkCupid. The site was initially launched by four Harvard math majors — Chris Coyne, Sam Yagan, Max Krohn, and Christian Rudder. Sam, Max, and Chris had previously worked together on the popular site SparkNotes, proving that the team had a pretty good grasp of identifying and creating helpful resources. They wanted to create a dating website that...

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10 Good Dating Sites Worth Trying[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Anggi Pradhini

Anggi Pradhini

Online dating sites and apps have become a common way to find connections. The average young single person spends about 10 hours a week on dating apps, which is almost like having a second job! If you invest that much time in your online dating adventure, the platform should meet your expectations. Given the plethora of online dating sites, it’s easy to overlook some effective dating platforms. We curated this...

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6 Best Polyamorous Dating Apps & Sites[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Ashayla Blakely

Ashayla Blakely

Having romantic relations with more than one person used to be a secret and even shameful kink – but not anymore! The dating world has become a more evolved and inclusive space for fluid dating and poly relationships. Today’s singles and couples are starting to take control over their dating lifestyle and push traditional dating expectations to the limits. It’s more common nowadays to see polyamorous...

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Trumingle Review & 4 Alternative Sites[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Anggi Pradhini

Anggi Pradhini

Online dating is a popular way to find love. One recent survey found that 40% of American couples initially meet online. If you’re thinking about joining them, the number of dating apps may overwhelm you. Some have a plethora of love success stories, while others are not worth your time. This Trumingle review will detail why we don’t recommend using the dating service – and which alternatives to try instead. Our...

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5 Lesbian Video Chat and Dating App Reviews[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Amber Brooks

Amber Brooks

Even though LGBTQ+ acceptance is at record highs, it’s still hard for some lesbians to feel safe online. The typical lesbian woman can encounter harassment, slurs, and antagonistic questions from seemingly every corner of the internet. Fortunately, lesbian video chat platforms and dating apps create safe spaces for queer women to connect, find community, and fall in love. Online chat and matchmaking services make...

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5 Best Free Hookup Chat Sites[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Amber Brooks

Amber Brooks

Dating is fun and all, but sometimes it can be frustrating to continually strike out with matches. It may start to feel like everyone online is looking for love, and but you’re not the only one dating to have someone warm your bed for the night. Sex is a natural part of the dating world. Recent polling found over 79% of men and 83% of women reported being sexually active within the last month. Online dating...

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4 Best Irish Dating Sites & Apps[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Karen Belz

Karen Belz

A 2015 study conducted by the Irish Journal of Occupational Therapy revealed that only 1 in 10 people who lived in Ireland were on Tinder. Nowadays it's much more mainstream for most single people to have a dating app on their phone at some point. While online dating apps — and other sites for long-term relationships — were once met with skepticism by people in Ireland, that stigma has decreased year after year....

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5 Popular Dating Sites in Minnesota[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Karen Belz

Karen Belz

There are so many things that make Minnesota special. It's not just naturally beautiful; it's also home to over 10,000 lakes, perfect for relaxing, picnicking, and enjoying the great outdoors. The state's rich nature supports a healthy population of bald eagles, a rare sight in many other states, which is a real treat for bird enthusiasts. Minnesota is also fairly healthy — based on its strong agriculture, it’s...

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5 Best Single Online Chat Sites[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Ashayla Blakely

Ashayla Blakely

Online chat rooms began introducing anonymous users in 1980 and have since changed the way people socialize. Although their popularity has waned in the 21st century, chat rooms still offer an opportunity for people to meet many interesting people. It’s a chance for singles to feel less lonely and spend their time making meaningful connections without having to worry about being put into the...

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5 Best Sugar Momma Websites[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Amber Brooks

Amber Brooks

When most people think of sugar dating, the image that comes to mind is of wealthy, older men spoiling younger women in exchange for the pleasure of their company. But older, established women have needs, too, and the term “cougar” is more socially acceptable than it once was. Sugar dating sites give older women with money to burn a chance to find grateful, beautiful sugar babies — and vice versa. These platforms...

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6 Best Dating Apps For College Students[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Ashayla Blakely

Ashayla Blakely

College students learn more than how to make it to an 8 AM class on time. It’s a time when people party, gain the freshman 15, and make connections that can last a lifetime. Whether you’re looking for a long-term relationship or casual dating, a handful of dating apps can help make dating a lot easier for you during college.  Here is our list of the best dating apps for college students. All are free to join...

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Is Tinder For Couples?[updated_month_year before=" (" after=" Reviews)"]
Mackenzie Buck

Mackenzie Buck

Maybe it’s just me, but it feels like the dynamics of modern dating are changing by the day. More and more people are ditching the rules and regulations of the standard romantic couple and opening their relationships to third (or fourth or fifth) parties. And, honestly, who am I to judge? Considering the high divorce rate in the United States, they may just be onto something.  If this resonates with you — and you...

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5 Popular Massachusetts Dating Sites[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Mackenzie Buck

Mackenzie Buck

Massachusetts may be hard to spell, but it’s certainly not hard to love. And it’s not hard to find love in this New England state either — especially if you’ve got the right dating tools in your toolbelt.  In this article, we will review the most popular dating sites in the Bay State area, each designed with its own standout features and unique appeal. From finding a partner with an equal number of dollar...

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Datefit Connects Fitness Lovers for Romance and Friendship
Chloë Hylkema

Chloë Hylkema

The Short Version: If you’re the kind of person who hits the gym every day, you probably want a partner who understands why exercise and healthy living are so important to you. Dating app Datefit connects users for romance and friendship over a shared love of physical wellness. Founder Steve Macecevic created the app to bolster in-person fitness communities and give people the opportunity to find health-oriented...

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5 French Dating Sites[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Anggi Pradhini

Anggi Pradhini

Paris is known as one of the most romantic cities in the world, and it is a big reason we associate France with love. But many people in the country find love online, not strolling past the Eiffel Tower. One report found that almost 13% of French people use dating apps to find love. The dating apps and sites they use are very effective, and they aren’t just for people who live in the country.  Whether you...

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Personals Site Fling Connects Curious Adults for In-Person Fun
Chloë Hylkema

Chloë Hylkema

The Short Version: This personals site and its companion app connect millions of singles with similar interests for fun and connection. The site is free to join and browse profiles local to you or miles away. The site offers users as much anonymity as they prefer, along with the ability to search profiles by shared interests and tags. No matter what you’re into, you can probably find a great match on this...

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6 Free Bisexual Dating Websites[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Anggi Pradhini

Anggi Pradhini

If you’re new to the world of dating apps, the number of options might seem overwhelming. You may feel even more intimidated if you identify as bisexual. But research shows that online dating can be a good bet for LGBTQ+ individuals searching for a partner. A Pew Research Center Survey noted that 51% of respondents from the LGBTQ+ community had tried online dating at least once, and plenty of queer individuals met...

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Plenty of Fish Free Trial & Cost Breakdown[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Ashayla Blakely

Ashayla Blakely

Markus Frind founded the dating website Plenty of Fish in 2003, and it grew so successful that Match Group bought the property in 2015. Since it launched, Plenty of Fish has endeavored to make online dating less awkward and more fun. The online platform offers interactive games and messaging features to help users make the most of their dating experience. It can be difficult to navigate the modern dating scene,...

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8 Best Lesbian Dating Apps (According to Reddit)
Jamie Ballard

Jamie Ballard

I turn to Reddit for advice on practically everything: makeup, fashion, tech, media, work, and yes, even relationships and dating. The platform makes it easy to find out what other people think of certain dating apps or sites and what their experiences have been in the online dating world.  If you’re a lesbian or bisexual woman looking to date other women, you might be curious about what the dating app...

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5 Best Married Woman Dating Sites[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Amber Brooks

Amber Brooks

Men might be more likely to admit to seeking marital affairs, but it’s not like married women never stray. Women who are unhappy in their marriages often look for love and validation from new lovers. A loveless marriage doesn’t have to be the end of a woman’s love story – online dating provides discreet options for seeking a new partner without getting caught. Certain anonymous sites make it easy not only to find...

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CuteOnly Connects Women from Eastern Europe to Men Across the World
Chloë Hylkema

Chloë Hylkema

The Short Version: CuteOnly is an international dating site founded in 2005. The site connects women from Eastern Europe with men across the world. The Slavic dating site has given thousands of singles the opportunity to meet amazing women, and, unlike other popular agencies, allows free contact exchange. Singles interested in international dating will find CuteOnly has plenty of profiles and opportunities for...

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BLK Dating App Review & 3 Alternatives[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Ashayla Blakely

Ashayla Blakely

Niche dating apps are great because they can increase your chances of finding a compatible partner. Such smaller dating pools can help expedite the process because singles don’t have to go through tons of profiles to find their perfect match. You’ll more likely come across a date within a like-minded community.  Black singles can take advantage of a handful of dating apps, but it’s nothing like dating in a space...

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5 Best Transgender Woman Dating Apps[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Ashayla Blakely

Ashayla Blakely

Trans women face a negative stigma in the mainstream dating world and often encounter more rejection, harassment, and even threats than cis individuals do. According to a survey conducted by Them platform, transgender individuals are the least attractive date prospects. The survey asked 958 participants to select their gender dating preferences, and only 12% selected transgender singles as desirable...

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9 Best Bedpage Alternatives[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Amber Brooks

Amber Brooks

In the wake of the Backpage shutdown in 2018, Bedpage rose from the ashes, promising users the same functionality with none of the legal risks. The personals site even copied the format and layout of Backpage, making it the obvious successor to the defunct classified ads site. But complaints about scammers and fake ads have more people turning to Bedpage alternatives. These sites and apps give you anonymity and...

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5 Best Michigan Dating Sites & Apps[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Amber Brooks

Amber Brooks

Michigan is home to the Great Lakes and one of the best college football teams in the nation. It is also the 10th most populous state in the country with more than 10 million residents. That’s a big dating pool for singles hoping to find a perfect match. One of the state’s highlights is that it has a high concentration of single women who are looking for the right partner. To aid Michigan daters on their journey,...

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5 Rich Woman Dating Sites & Apps[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Mackenzie Buck

Mackenzie Buck

For far too long, women have made themselves smaller for their male counterparts, convinced that to take up less space in the room, in their workplaces, or even in everyday conversations is to be more desirable. But this is a new era, friends. More women are embracing their professional, financial, and creative achievements, realizing that the only men worth their time are those who appreciate their strength and...

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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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