Online Dating FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Online Dating

    Do online dating services have guarantees?

    Most online dating services do not offer guarantees, since it's impossible to ensure that users will put in the effort necessary to find what they are looking for. Match.com does offer a guarantee to new users who sign up for a six month subscription. If you don't find someone special during the first six months, you'll be eligible to receive an additional six months free. In order to take advantage of this guarantee, users must create a truthful profile that includes a primary photo, and keep it visible for the duration of the first six months. Users must also communicate with new matches throughout the first six months, sending emails through Match.com to at least five different members each month. In order to receive the additional six months free, you must go to the 6-Month Guarantee Progress page within your Match.com account during the last week of your initial six month subscription, and confirm your eligibility.

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Chemistry.com

Bottom line: Intuitive matching system based on complementary personality types, best for those seeking committed relationships
Match.com

Bottom line: Large and active group of users, intelligent matching system based largely on similar tastes and interests
eHarmony

Bottom line: Emphasis on guidance and deep connections, larger users base seeking committed relationships, some people are not accepted
Zoosk

Bottom line: Fun and playful; great social features; premium features somewhat available without a subscription
PerfectMatch.com

Bottom line: Designed for those seeking committed relationships, combines elements of matching and searching, personality test is less informative
FriendFinder

Bottom line: Customizable experience, overwhelming & frustrating interface, best for people with flexible relationship goals and a lot of time on their hands
Lavalife

Bottom line: Emphasis on flirting and chatting, good for casual dating, slightly more explicit content, interface cluttered with ads
Date.com

Bottom line: Very basic service with instant messaging and chat rooms, best for casual dating
SpeedDate

Bottom line: Constant stream of speed dates, matchmaking "system" yields poor results, nonstop harassment to subscribe

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