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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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Tinder’s 2022 “Year in Swipe” Shows Singles are Ready to Mingle Once Again
Sheena Holt

Sheena Holt

The Short Version: Tinder’s “Year in Swipe” shares user dating trends from 2022, and it tells a story of more intentional daters. Singles normalized “situationships” this year, with many saying they prefer casual relationships over serious ones. Tinder users also came up with creative ways to date, often avoiding alcohol. More than anything, modern singles have prioritized shared values and social politics when...

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RedHotPie Has Built a Sex-Positive Community That Stretches Worldwide
Amber Brooks

Amber Brooks

The Short Version: Tired of scrolling through the same dating app for the tenth time today? When it’s time to spice things up, you should ditch dating apps with the same boring cycle of aimless swiping. A sex-positive community like RedHotPie can offer so much more. This international dating service changes the dating game for those who want more spontaneity in their love life. RedHotPie is an open environment for...

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16 Most Underrated Dating Sites[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Amber Brooks

Amber Brooks

It’s no secret that dating sites and dating apps are plentiful. As far back as 2013, Forbes reported a launch rate of almost 1,000 per year for dating platforms in the U.S. alone. While the Forbes article questioned the wisdom of such a crowded dating market, our experts agree: more choices are a good thing. When it comes to online dating, there’s something for everyone. You’re not stuck with choosing between...

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Blendr Alternatives: 7 Better Apps & Sites[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Sheena Holt

Sheena Holt

The day has come: Blendr is over. Founded in 2011 by Joel Simkhai, the dating application was intended to be the straight equivalent of Simkhai's other app, Grindr. Though Blendr wasn't exclusively a hookup app, its high secrecy, low profile, location data, and ties to Grindr made it appealing for straight and gay singles looking for a sexy encounter. The Blendr app would link with your social media account to...

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

Amber Brooks

Given the rise in Asian representation in movies and TV, it should come as no surprise that Asian singles are popular on dating sites and apps. This is especially true of Asian women. Studies show that women from Korea, Japan, China, and Thailand, among other Asian nations, consistently receive the most attention from straight men across all racial groups.  Japanese people have embraced online dating in...

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9 Popular Desi Sex Sites With Video & Chat[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Amber Brooks

Amber Brooks

For South Asian singles, finding sex can present some unique obstacles. Conservative cultural values and family expectations make it hard to seek out a casual hookup. For that reason, desi sex sites are one of the best tools for desi singles looking for something less serious. Desi is a term that many South Asian people use to describe themselves. It’s taken from a Sanskrit word used to identify the Indian...

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4 Expert Tips for Gay Dating in Small Communities[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Brian Rzepczynski

Brian Rzepczynski

What’s a single gay guy to do when he lives in a rural area that lacks a vibrant gay community? It’s hard enough finding a quality dating prospect in a booming metropolis, but it can seem almost impossible when you live in a geographical area with a small population that most certainly seems predominantly heterosexual. It can feel very isolating and hopeless if you’re on a quest for a life partner when you’re...

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Solo Travelers Can Connect on Their Journey by Using the GAFFL Website 
Amber Brooks

Amber Brooks

The Short Version: World travel is a dream that many people have for themselves, but not everyone has a significant other or a travel companion to join them on their travels. That’s where GAFFL comes in. This unique platform and community helps pair solo travelers with their ideal match for a new adventure abroad. If you’re single, you needn’t let your relationship status hold you back from having an eye-opening...

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Dating Group Transforms Romance For the Metaverse With Social Life 3.0
Sheena Holt

Sheena Holt

The Short Version: The capabilities of the internet are rapidly changing. With the advent of virtual reality, the rise of the metaverse seems imminent to corporations and consumers alike. Dating Group seeks to amplify the abilities of the dating industry within the metaverse through Social Life 3.0, which is the team’s take on social connection in an entirely digital world. Many companies and technology users...

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The Dating App Fitafy Paves the Way for Singles to Build Healthy Relationships
Ashayla Blakely

Ashayla Blakely

The Short Version: Going to the gym is a healthy pastime to increase your fitness level -- and perhaps you'll meet a cutie on the treadmill. Workout partners can motivate each other to stay active while making meaningful connections. The dating app Fitafy encourages singles to create healthy relationships that can last a lifetime and helps them integrate their love of fitness into their dating lives. Fitafy changes...

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8 Free Dating Apps with Voice & Video Chat[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Ashayla Blakely

Ashayla Blakely

Over the last few years, single people have become more interested in the online dating scene. During the COVID-19 pandemic, singles had to adapt and be more tactical with their dating lives. What once was a foreign way of dating is now one of the main resources people use to connect.  With help from chatting and video call features, online dating has grown into a convenient and safe way to find love. Voice...

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The OlderWomenDating Site Paves the Way for Younger Men to Date Mature Women
Ashayla Blakely

Ashayla Blakely

The Short Version: People like to say that love comes in many shapes and forms -- and it’s true! Today, more people accept the fact that love between consenting adults should not be judged. Younger men who want to date older women now have the opportunity to do so boldly with no judgment. The dating website Older Women Dating is paving the way for singles to date mature women without all the hassle. Older Women...

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The CuteOnly App Shares Advice on How to Excel At International Dating Across Cultures
Ashayla Blakely

Ashayla Blakely

The Short Version: International dating has grown over the years, increasing the number of couples who meet their significant others from all over the world. As more singles explore international dating, online dating apps have become more strategic in how they help their users achieve relationship success. CuteOnly is a leading international dating site that advises its members throughout their entire dating...

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10 Hookup Finder Sites & Apps[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Amber Brooks

Amber Brooks

If a serious relationship isn't on your radar, a hookup finder might be just what you need compared to the usual dating sites. These sex apps and sites allow users to openly express their desires, making it easier for like-minded adults to connect and fulfill their needs. Instead of screening for a match on mainstream sites, sign up to a dating platform that celebrates hookup culture and lets you do you! The...

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Apps Like Tinder, But For Friends: 9 Best Options[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Amber Brooks

Amber Brooks

Making new friends can be harder than finding a new partner, if you’re a busy adult with little free time on your hands. Mainstream dating sites and apps cater to every preference, taste, and whim singles have. But how do you find a Tinder for friends? There is more than one app like Tinder to help busy people meet, connect, and chat— you just have to know where to look! The 9 Best Apps for Finding...

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11 Free Random Video Chat Apps & Sites[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Amber Brooks

Amber Brooks

Whether you’re bored at home or want to make new friends, a random video chat app can really spice up your life. Chat sites and apps that pair strangers from around the world have existed about as long as the internet has, and when smartphones became such a big part of our lives, apps offering texting and video calls rose up to add a new layer of connection. Several apps and sites exist to help singles connect...

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The Dating App Headero Creates a Sex-Positive Space for Singles Who Enjoy Oral Pleasure
Ashayla Blakely

Ashayla Blakely

The Short Version: Singles who enjoy oral pleasure will find the online dating app Headero the place to connect with other singles who like the same thing. Headero is an inclusive and sex-positive app that welcomes anyone who is down to go down in their relationship. Oral sex is a popular sexual act that has become more common among sexually active adults, but finding people with that predilection isn’t always easy....

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Are Dating Apps Worth It? 5 Reason to Try Them[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Ashayla Blakely

Ashayla Blakely

We can agree that dating nowadays is different from the past. Singles are starting to use online dating sites and apps to help them keep in touch with the dating scene. But the question at hand is are dating apps worth the time investment? They certainly are!  Popular dating apps are definitely worth the try because they allow you to connect and meet with people from around the world. With the advancement of...

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11 Dating Apps for Relationships or Hookups[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Amber Brooks

Amber Brooks

Separating the good dating apps from the bad is no easy task. Whether you’re asking friends for their recommendations or checking reviews online to find the right platform to change up your dating game, it’s hard to know what’s legit and what’s a gimmick. Our dating experts have compiled a list of the best dating apps for love, sex, and friendship, so you don’t have to deal with trying a dozen different platforms...

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The Kink-Friendly Dating App Pure Invites Singles to Explore Their Sexual Desires
Ashayla Blakely

Ashayla Blakely

The Short Version: Singles have become more open to trying new dating apps and sites that will help lead them to loving connections. And the dating app Pure proves that not all singles desire a serious commitment and forever love. Pure is a kink-friendly dating app that encourages authenticity and building connections that can last a lifetime --- or just one night. No matter what turns you on, Pure is a safe space...

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International Matchmaking Service Princess Date Brings Together Couples
Sheena Holt

Sheena Holt

The Short Version: Yuliia Saurina founded Princess Date Matchmaking as a way to find quality partners for her beautiful and talented friends in Ukraine. She quickly grew the business into a popular international matchmaking service, connecting men abroad with women in Ukraine and other parts of Eastern Europe. After the Russian invasion of Ukraine at the start of 2022, Yuliia and her team have transitioned their work...

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What’s Your Type? There’s a Niche Dating App For That![updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Amber Brooks

Amber Brooks

The online dating app market grows every year. One estimated count of dating apps and sites added up to over 8,000. Mainstream dating platforms make it easy to find new connections and potential dates, but the huge dating pool can also make it harder for people who have highly specific passions or interests. That's where a niche dating app or site can help! When it comes to finding the right person for you, don’t...

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12 Best Sites for Interracial Dating ([updated_month_year)
Amber Brooks

Amber Brooks

When it comes to the world of online dating, the choices available for singles are many and varied. Nowadays, love seekers can easily find a dating website or app that caters to their niche. A simple stroll around the internet reveals a wide variety of sites and apps that bring together people who share a similar interest. Niche dating sites include fitness dating, single parent dating, and gamer dating, among so...

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7 Best Asian Sex Dating Sites & Apps[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Amber Brooks

Amber Brooks

The heart wants what it wants, and the same is true for a person’s libido. Some singles definitely have a type, and that type is people from Asian countries. Finding Asian sex dating sites isn’t as hard as you may think. Finding quality sites that cater to those who prefer an Asian partner without fetishizing is a little trickier. Fortunately, our experts have gone over several popular dating sites and apps in...

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13 Safest Casual Dating Sites[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Amber Brooks

Amber Brooks

The sex-positive movement has been revolutionary for the dating industry. As casual dating became more accepted and desirable, a number of dating apps and sites rushed to cater to sex-driven singles. But some didn't take security seriously and developed a bad reputation for supporting frauds. Sometimes online dating can feel daunting because so many networks have issues with scam artists and bots. The good...

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How Coffee Meets Bagel Works: The Pros & Cons[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Amber Brooks

Amber Brooks

With more dating sites and apps launching every year, it’s easy to get lost in the sheer volume of swiping choices out there. This Coffee Meets Bagel review will tell you how the dating app works -- and hopefully help you decide if the app is right choice for you.  And if it’s not, our dating experts have a few alternatives you can check out that offer similar features and benefits for serious daters. Use the...

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9 Dating Sites & Apps for Meeting Lesbian Women[updated_month_year before=" (" after=")"]
Amber Brooks

Amber Brooks

It can be challenging for queer women to connect with each other, in spite of the fact that acceptance for LGBTQ+ people is at an all-time high. Finding the right lesbian dating app isn’t always easy, either. Mainstream dating sites often include men seeking to “convert” women-loving-women, or unicorn-hunting couples who want to find a queer woman to bring into their existing relationship. The good news is that a...

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The Fourplay App Creates a Double Dating Experience for Friends
Ashayla Blakely

Ashayla Blakely

The Short Version: Dating can come with a lot of nerves. It can be worrisome trying to figure out the do's and don’ts of dating. That’s why having a trustworthy friend in your corner will help you on your dating journey. The dating app Fourplay is on a mission to change how singles date and has created a double dating experience for friends who don’t want to swipe on matches alone. On Fourplay, singles get access to...

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AgeMatch is Committed to Connecting Singles Across Generations
Ashayla Blakely

Ashayla Blakely

The Short Version: Age-gap dating can present singles with challenges along the way, but that shouldn’t stop them in their search for love. Thanks to the dating app AgeMatch, singles are able to comfortably meet and date people who may be significantly older or younger than they are. AgeMatch offers constructive advice, guidance, and safety tips for members who need help along their dating journey. Whether you’re an...

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The WooPlus App Unveils a Dating Feature Called Flash Chat
Amber Brooks

Amber Brooks

Dating has its personal challenges, no matter who you are. No one has it exactly easy in the dating scene, but it can be particularly intimidating for singles who fall into the "more to love" category. Whether they're curvy, thick, heavy, or BBW, these people often have serious concerns and insecurities about the response they'll get if they dare to put up an unfiltered, full-body photo on a mainstream 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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