How Relevant Is Online Dating in 2011?
By Alex Hitchens
Before we look at the relevance of the Online Dating Scene, let’s start with a story, one that happens regularly in bars, pubs and clubs all around the world. One that will probably sound all too familiar
So the weekend is here at last, and with it comes the customary drama of deciding what to actually wear. Then of course there is the painful process of trying it all on only to discover that your favorite jeans don’t even fit anymore, well certainly not in the same way as they did the last time you went out on the town.
Frequently disappointed with the same typical one liners and choice of available men, the night undoubtedly becomes another dating letdown, certainly not what your hard working week anticipated – or deserved.
Maybe it’s time to look at some of the social alternatives that are available now in 2011, and one in particular that is more prevelant than ever before, online dating.
You may be in the mindset like many people that to find a real person you need to look to real life, but there is a huge social life that exists beyond the supposed glamor of the bars and clubs. In your local area there may be a number of bars, clubs, pubs and restaurants that you can frequent, but worldwide there are some 40 million singles who have registered with various online dating sites. These sites, and there numbers offer a much more diverse choice than anything your local area can provide. Do a search for ‘online dating’ or ‘internet dating’ and you will see just how many sites and choices there are when it comes to finding someone right for you.
Whether you are gay, straight, religious, seeking older women or looking for a Russian bride, I guarantee, online you will find what you are looking for.
We all have different Needs. That’s Cool.
Online Dating is there to provide the basic service of being a matchmaking tool and is very much a part of the dating scene, probably now in 2011 more than ever before. The reason is because they have amassed so many registered users in such a variety of niches – so to speak. Whether you are look for casual sex, a casual relationship, or your perfect soul mate – online dating sites have the tools and the capacity to connect you with the right person every time.
Free Dating Websites. Sometimes it’s not ‘all good’ at all.
The free dating sites offer all the same functionality as the paid sites such as live chat and messaging, but here some reasons why you need to research the reputable ones before you join. The main issue is with the members themselves and the authenticity that comes with a free membership. Often the majority are either trying to promote a product or in even worse scenarios they are scammers from places such as Nigeria, Senegal and the like. Most of the larger more reputable sites actively filter out these scammers and dodgy members but it is always best to do your homework and make sure the sites have active moderators and admin members.
You can always try before you buy.
Most of the paid dating sites offer a 1 -2 week trial period that enables you to ‘try before you buy’. Pretty much all of the more reputable sites offer this service because they know what they offer is of value. This is a great opportunity for you to get your feet wet – so to speak and really see if the site/service has what you are looking for. My recommendation is to trial all of the features available to you. What you can access may depend on the level of access given to you during the trial period, but usually it is more than sufficient to really get a feel for the site and whether it is going to be the right one for you. More importantly – you can see realistically how many potential partners are ‘available’ in your area.
So stop spending all the time and energy hitting the town (let’s not even talk about the money you spend!) and expand your horizons. Whether you are a single or a naughty couple looking for more adventure, it’s time to think beyond the bars and clubs that you have frequented all too often. You want to find the perfect match for your needs then it’s time to get online. Embrace online dating today and see for yourself how much things have changed. It’s 2011 people, not 1996!
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