The numerous lockdowns feel like a fever dream (realistically nobody wants to remember that time). As a result, the online dating world took off like a rocket ship, not quite like Elon Musk. Many people desperately relied on Tinder to keep them busy from making 69 banana cakes to reminisce and dream about the next time they can have socially distanced intercourse. How lovely.
Despite these dating apps relieving people’s true lack of self-respect, many couples these days actually meet through them successfully. To be completely honest, most people don’t download Tinder intending to meet the love of their lives, however, other dating apps seem to have positive outcomes. According to DateID, 72% of dates on Hinge result in a second date. The oddly specific prompts and details you can include in your bio make it easy to gravitate towards people with similar interests.
There’s a large assumption that online dating is mainly centred around the younger generation or focuses on certain religious groups. Although over the last decade, technological changes have meant that practically anyone can find love - unless you’re an incel. If you’re single and over 40, EHarmony is the place to be. To those who have step-parents, your mum/dad could have met them there and been sexting for days, just a thought 🙂
The dating era is also catered for Muslims, this is largely appreciated as within the religion there are sometimes strict requirements surrounding dating. The apps Muzz and Muzmatch make it easier for them to date and find a partner that has the same interests of possible love and also respects their beliefs.
Let’s trace back. Plenty of Fish launched in 2003 and is one of the oldest dating sites out there. The clever and catchy name will either make you cringe or be amused - a bit of both for me to be honest. If anyone’s an avid fan of Channel 4’s ‘Don’t Tell The Bride’, one man actually made him and his wife get married in an aquarium due to meeting on the site. I wouldn’t know whether to drown him or myself personally. However, looking at the bigger picture it truly shows how just one simple ‘Wys b x’ can miraculously change your life.
So, my advice? Get out there, dating is supposed to be fun and exciting. Whether you’re looking for a relationship or just a few good shags it's a great way to meet people and also receive unlimited validation if you get super-liked on Tinder. Now, get swiping or, wipe the tears off your face after you get left on read for having awful chat. Good luck!