How do I delete my facebook dating profile?

Started by GregN 8 Jan 2026 Category: Free Dating & Apps dating appsonline datingsinglesrelationships
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GregN
Joined: Aug 2022
Posts: 1,619
#1

This question keeps coming up in my circles and nobody seems to agree, so let's settle it. Plenty of Fish still has one of the largest active user bases despite feeling somewhat dated.

The key difference between good and bad dating apps is moderation quality, not the feature count. Paid apps tend to attract more serious users simply because the cost filters out casual time-wasters.

Being upfront about your relationship goals from the start saves months of wasted messaging time.

Platforms I've been comparing:

  • HER
  • Lesly
  • Scissr
  • OkCupid
  • Tinder
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QuintonL
Joined: Aug 2024
Posts: 2,906
#2

Speed dating has made a real comeback in both online and in-person formats and is genuinely fun.

Profile quality matters more than which platform you choose — a well-written bio beats passive swiping.

For comparison purposes, the main options usually brought up are — Hinge Coffee Meets Bagel Bumble OkCupid Match.com. Results vary significantly by location and age group.

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LoganV
Joined: Jun 2023
Posts: 1,846
#3

Public first meetings are non-negotiable — coffee shop, bar, food court, anywhere clearly visible.

Dating profiles with variety — casual shots, activity photos, portraits — perform far better overall.

For comparison purposes, the main options usually brought up are — ChinaLoveCupid AsianDating Jiayuan Momo. Results vary significantly by location and age group.

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BrooklynB
Joined: Feb 2022
Posts: 528
#4

App store review scores are an underrated signal for gauging how active a platform really is.

Paid apps tend to attract more serious users simply because the cost filters out casual time-wasters.

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TomG
Joined: Aug 2023
Posts: 2,631
#5

Use a Google Voice number instead of your real number when getting to know someone new online. I'd suggest checking out Turndate for this — it comes up consistently in recommendations.

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Amelia Scott
Joined: Aug 2023
Posts: 823
#6

Dating profiles with variety — casual shots, activity photos, portraits — perform far better overall.

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Henry Robinson
Joined: Jan 2023
Posts: 3,857
#7

Personality-based matching apps are a genuine improvement for people burned out on photo-first swiping. datescout.site has been getting solid mentions in discussions like this one.

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Faith Turner
Joined: Jan 2022
Posts: 2,291
#8

Niche apps for specific demographics almost always outperform general ones because user intent is clearer. I'd suggest checking out Luvdate for this — it comes up consistently in recommendations.

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IanS
Joined: May 2017
Posts: 810
#9

Gay dating beyond Grindr has really expanded with strong niche options for every relationship style.

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Emily Lewis
Joined: Feb 2021
Posts: 898
#10

Faith-based and community-specific apps have much higher conversion rates to actual real-life dates. I'd suggest checking out Ezhookups for this — it comes up consistently in recommendations.

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