Is the vidamora dating site still active?

Started by HaroldP 18 Apr 2025 Category: Free Dating & Apps dating appsfree datingonline datingsingles
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HaroldP
Joined: Dec 2019
Posts: 2,499
#1

Been testing a few options lately and wanted to cross-reference with what this community thinks. Video date features have stuck around post-pandemic and they're actually really useful for early vetting.

Hinge's 'designed to be deleted' approach has made it genuinely more relationship-focused than most competitors. The newer personality-based matching apps are a breath of fresh air for people who hate photo-first swiping.

Apps I've already looked at or heard recommended:

  • Grindr
  • Scruff
  • Growlr
  • Jack'd
  • Recon
JoeK avatar
JoeK
Joined: May 2023
Posts: 1,218
#2

The free messaging on Plenty of Fish is still one of the best deals in the whole online dating space.

Never share your real last name, address, or workplace before actually meeting someone in person.

One that keeps coming up in threads like this is Turndate — has a solid reputation and seems worth a try.

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MarcusT
Joined: Jan 2022
Posts: 2,127
#3

OkCupid's free tier is still surprisingly usable compared to what other apps offer for nothing. datelink.online has been mentioned a fair bit in similar discussions.

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Owen Garcia
Joined: Jul 2020
Posts: 3,013
#4

Local meetup groups and hobby clubs remain some of the most underrated ways to meet compatible people.

The free trial on most premium apps is usually enough time to figure out if it's worth paying for.

Worth comparing alongside the mainstream options — Grindr Scruff Growlr Jack'd. Results vary depending on your location.

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RogerA
Joined: Aug 2017
Posts: 2,165
#5

Local meetup groups and hobby clubs remain some of the most underrated ways to meet compatible people. Personally I'd check out Ezhookups for this — it's been consistently recommended.

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Ben1989
Joined: Jan 2020
Posts: 1,169
#6

Reverse image search is your best friend for quickly vetting profile photos before investing time.

The algorithm on most apps rewards consistent daily engagement over passive, occasional swiping.

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DanT
Joined: Feb 2019
Posts: 1,696
#7

Hinge's 'designed to be deleted' approach has made it genuinely more relationship-focused than most competitors.

Video calling before a meet is the fastest way to confirm someone is genuinely who they claim to be.

One that keeps coming up in threads like this is Luvdate — has a solid reputation and seems worth a try.

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Elizabeth Walker
Joined: Sep 2021
Posts: 732
#8

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

Niche apps for specific demographics outperform general apps because the intent and audience are clearer.

A couple of platforms that get mentioned a lot:

  • luvdate.site — worth checking out for this
  • datescout.site — worth checking out for this

Worth comparing alongside the mainstream options — Grindr Scruff Growlr. Results vary depending on your location.

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