Let's talk dating apps with Lumen

I havent been brave enough although my friend has had great success through a dating site

An app of last resort.

I met my partner through an online dating website so I am all for them :D I found success and I know many other married or long-term couples who have, too. As long as you are safe and careful, I think they're a wonderful way to meet people you otherwise probably never would.

I haven’t ever used them and if I was single I think I would be too scared. I am unsure as to how trustworthy the whole experience would be.

I now feel old!! Dating apps!! Nope not for me. Fortunately I am happily married however if my situation was to change I would prefer the old fashioned methods of meeting someone through social events which make you go out and meet new people.

In the past I used a few websites but didn’t have a lot of luck and was put off by inappropriate messages (and pictures). Ended up meeting DH on a blind date arranged by a mutual friend, although I have friends who’ve used online dating websites and apps with good results.

I'm in a long term relationship and hope to be for many years to come. But if I wasn't I don't think I'd use dating apps. Too much B/S. I don't know that I'd bother with relationships unless it just happened!

I think the idea is fantastic for those who need it. I've not used one but many friends have and the key is finding the right one for you.

Personally Im not a fan of dating apps. They scare me as you have no real idea of whom you are meeting.

Use them in the past and not very amused by the results so...Pass...

i think they are useful for people but they are fraught with people who are less than desirable. its hit or miss but i do know success stories so i think its worth a try

I've never used one. I don't think I would if I found myself single. It seems rather clinical and there's so much room for people bending the truth to outright deceit that they must be a minefield. That said, I know people for whom they've worked wonderfully so they can't be all bad!

I think it's a good way to meet new people - I personally do not use them as I am happily married. But if it works for you go for it! Just be safe!

I haven't personally used them but my friend / old boss did and he met his partner who he has been with for several years now. I don't think he would have had the opportunity to meet someone so suitable 'in real life' so it's been a great thing for him.

I've used them in the past & found they're full of time wasters & lots of fake profiles but quite a few of my friends have met people through them & are now happily married with children

I think they are a great way to meet people as long as you don't set your heart on meeting Mr or Mrs right

They can work. I have 2 friends who found love on dating sights. But you have to be careful where you meet for first time.

I would never, ever use a dating app.
Get out there in the real world and start talking to people.
If you’re lonely volunteer your time, you will soon meet people.
Join a club, get a new hobby.
Loneliness is killing people but we need to socialise, talk, support. Get out and about and get off our phones.

In today's world when we are all so isolated I think they can be a godsend. However every precaution has to be taken to keep yourself safe when meeting strangers.

Dating apps can be useful (my son met his girl friend through one) but can also be used as traps for fraud. A friend of mine had the seemingly nice chap end up asking her for money & getting nasty when she refused. Often quite vulnerable people try using these apps & end up getting hurt & disappointed.

My sister found her mr right through a dating site, so I think if you follow the rules to stay careful, then you go for it!

I met my partner online. I didnt meet him in person for a long time as he lived 100 miles away but we spoke every day using skype so i knew it was actually him as i was quite aware of all the bad things you hear about dating online.

if i was to try it now though if i was single, i dont think i would

I have had more bad than good experiences with dating apps. I would stay clear of the free ones and just try a paid one, knowing the men on the site tend to be more vested and genuinely looking for a connection

Have tried dating apps had a few relantionships from them, find you chat for a few days then meet uup in person

I think that if they are used properly then they can be useful, but like anything they can be abused