Let's Talk Online Dating Tips

How to browse dating profiles with purpose: what to screen for first, how to judge compatibility from photos, bios and interests, and smart ways to search.

Who sugar mommas are, what they want from younger partners, the upsides and downsides of these setups, and red flags like odd photos that signal a fake.

Where the word queer came from, how it's used for sexual and gender identity, and what it means for dating, from finding your people to common hurdles.

What to say after you match, and when: first impressions, reply timing, text or video chat, plus a survey where 75% said love can grow through chat.

Practical steps to stay safe while dating, from spotting catfish and financial scams online to setting boundaries and planning a first in-person meetup.

Romance scams take $304 million a year. See how the cons work, the red flags and pleas for money to spot, and why isolated or generous people are targets.

Hinge's data shows Selfie Verified users land about 200% more dates. See how profile verification works, the main methods, and red flags to watch for.

What a dating coach actually does, which qualifications to look for, the areas they cover from online dating to conflict, and how to tell if you need one.

What a discreet relationship is, why people keep one private, from LGBTQ+ privacy to non-monogamy and affairs, and how to handle it with respect.

Matchmaker Lisa Amador walks through how her confidential process works, why singles pick matchmaking, and how to know whether it's the right fit for you.

Tired of dating that goes nowhere? Matchmaker Cat Cantrill explains why an emotionally ready mindset matters and how The Heart Agency keeps you focused.

FindVegLove founder Karine Lang on dating as a vegan: balancing food and morals in romance and meeting plant-based singles in Canada and the U.S.

A wink on Match or a like elsewhere is a low-risk way to show interest. Here's what it signals, how to read one you get, and when to send your own.

Pick the right app, choose photos that work, write a standout headline and stay honest: a four-step plan for a dating profile that draws the right people.

Bisexuality means being drawn to people of more than one gender. How it differs from pansexual and fluid, what a unicorn is, and myths bi people face.

Jill Monaco, who founded Single Matters ministries, coaches Christian singles to put health and their bond with God first so love can thrive.

Thinking of becoming a sugar daddy? Where the term came from, who sugar daddies are and why, myths versus reality, and the duties that come with the role.

How dating site search filters work, from location and age range to advanced lifestyle criteria, where they fall short, and how to get the most from them.

Video dates took off during COVID-19 lockdowns. Why they're convenient and safe, how to handle tech glitches, and how to look your best on camera.

A guide to what each letter in LGBTQ+ stands for, other key terms, the challenges queer daters still face, and how to be an inclusive, respectful partner.

Julie Krafchick and Yue Xu, hosts of the Dateable podcast, explain how intentional dating helps millennial women avoid burnout and show up as themselves.

What a no-strings-attached relationship involves, why people choose one, from freedom to no jealousy, and the challenges and myths to weigh first.

Destin Pfaff and Rachel Federoff of Love and Matchmaking explain their headhunting approach to love and what to look for when choosing a matchmaker.

Our 2024 list of 10 relationship authors worth reading, from Gary Chapman and Terry Real to Nicole LePera and Elizabeth Earnshaw, for daters and couples.

Sweden-based Lemarc Thomas matches busy professionals worldwide. Matchmaking Director Elin Ribjer explains its hands-on approach and why openness helps.

What makes a date casual, from coffee-shop settings to flexible plans, and the tradeoffs: less stress and cost on one side, real challenges on the other.

New to queer dating? These 10 tips cover casting a wide net, joining the community, knowing what you want, being open about your identity and self-care.

Meet 2024's 10 top LGBTQ matchmakers, from R. Tony Smith to Talia Goldstein and Little Gay Book, who get queer daters and help them find real partnership.

Relationship coach John Kenny shows how attachment styles and old beliefs shape who we date, and how to spot harmful habits and build a more secure bond.

From Ke$ha's 2010 song to today's late-night texts, here's what a booty call means, how to set expectations and get consent, and the pros and cons.