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We understand that love is as much about proximity and shared experiences as it is about matching interests on paper. That's why we've set out on a mission to make dating in the UK refreshingly simple, focusing on what truly matters: you, your community, and the exciting journey of getting to know someone right around the corner.
Finding someone that makes you feel tingly is only the first step. Our experts will help turn those tingles into something special. Read up on our dating advice and check out our blog for all kinds of helpful ideas to help you make the best impression. Don't worry if you haven't tried online dating before - it's really, really simple and we're here to help.
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Online Dating's Beginnings: Online dating as we know it today started in 1995 with the launch of Match.com. Since then, the industry has grown exponentially.
Profile Picture Matters: Profiles with clear and attractive photos are more likely to receive messages. In fact, profiles with photos receive about 10 times more attention than those without.
Username Impact: Choosing a unique and positive username can make a big difference. People with usernames that start with letters higher in the alphabet tend to get more messages.
Peak Activity: Online dating platforms typically see a surge in activity on Sundays and Mondays, with users looking for potential matches for the week ahead.
Age Preferences: Studies show that men tend to prefer dating younger women, while women often prefer dating men their age or slightly older.
Long-Distance Love: Around 33% of long-distance relationships start online. Online dating makes it easier for people to connect across geographical distances.
First Messages: Women are more likely to respond to messages that mention common interests, while men tend to receive more responses when they use direct compliments.
These facts and statistics highlight the ever-evolving world of online dating, with its unique trends, challenges, and opportunities for finding love and companionship.
You're not alone. Lots of people are trying out online dating for the first time. With users already online, people all over the UK are making new connections and building new relationships. It's not hard to see why with such an easy to use site and loads of active friendly people ready to welcome you. Find Happy lets you connect with and meet fantastic people you might never otherwise know about.
I am 74 now and still active . I ideally want to meet a South of Watford man with a sense of humour and a good appetite as I am a good cook. Preferably with no baggage like 15 kids in tow. (Joke) I like to swim every day and have my own pool. I like to go on cruises and would like a male friend to go with. It...
I enjoy getting out I,holidays,meals out, theatre,weekends away. I'm looking for a like minded man to share these things with. I am self sufficient,fit retired nurse. I have 2 daughters both married and 2 grandaughters I adore but I am very independent and enjoy life and would like someone to enjoy it with
The new pic was taken 26.7.16 ! Honest ! Young outlook , young looking , I'm told ! Love my family , all animals , particularly dogs , been horsey in the past too . I'm looking for a proper relationship . I've been in business in the past , successfully , and would like to meet a successful ,intelligent person with a healthy attitude to life and a positive...
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To start with age is just a number, I feel and act that I am in my 50s and not in my 70s. I am not a player I love life and my holidays in the sun. I use to train, work show and judge dogs as a hobby. When I retired from the met I returned to my first job as a photographer. I have no baggage life good...
Aged 57 Butcher by trade, like car boot sales, going to my caravan at Mablethorpe, like baking and cake decorating and fly fishing.