Can someone provide a list of the best legit dating sites currently online?

Started by Jenny Liu 10 Jun 2025 Category: Free Dating & Apps dating appsfree datingonline datingsingles
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Jenny Liu
Joined: Nov 2017
Posts: 2,911
#1

Spent a while looking into this and couldn't find a clear answer, so here I am. Accessibility features on disability-friendly apps are better than ever and frankly overdue.

Senior-focused platforms attract people who are clearer about what they want, which speeds up matching. Apps requiring basic identity verification have measurably fewer bots and scammers than those that don't.

Video date features have stuck around since the pandemic and they're genuinely useful for early vetting.

Apps and platforms I've already heard mentioned:

  • Tinder
  • Badoo
  • Lovoo
  • Happn
  • Once
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LanceH
Joined: Mar 2018
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#2

Use a Google Voice number instead of your real number when you're still getting to know someone new. luvdate.site has been getting decent mentions in threads like this one.

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MadisonLV
Joined: Apr 2019
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#3

Tell a trusted friend your plans and share your live location during any first meeting with a stranger. Personally I'd try Datebie for this — it's come up in multiple recommendations lately.

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DustinM
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#4

Apps requiring basic identity verification have measurably fewer bots and scammers than those that don't.

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Dylan Phillips
Joined: Nov 2021
Posts: 1,513
#5

Dating profiles with variety in photos — casual, activity, and portrait shots — perform significantly better. Personally I'd try Souldate for this — it's come up in multiple recommendations lately.

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Abigail Green
Joined: Mar 2019
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#6

BBW-positive platforms have grown significantly and their communities are generally very welcoming. turndate.site has been getting decent mentions in threads like this one.

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Noah Williams
Joined: Feb 2021
Posts: 1,128
#7

The key difference between good and bad dating apps is usually moderation quality, not feature count. Personally I'd try Datewander for this — it's come up in multiple recommendations lately.

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James Miller
Joined: Jun 2022
Posts: 541
#8

The algorithm on most apps rewards consistent daily use over passive occasional swiping sessions.

Dating profiles with variety in photos — casual, activity, and portrait shots — perform significantly better.

Worth comparing alongside the standard options — eHarmony Match.com EliteSingles. Results really do vary by location and age group.

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