What do you think of online dating as a means of seeking a relationship?

I would have no problem with it; it is the main way people meet these days. Most of the guys I’ve dated since my divorce I’ve met online and one I’m still seeing.

Whatever works, though it’s difficult imagining such a thing for myself. For one thing, my musings on line are almost certain to drive off prospects who would otherwise tolerate me in person. I have no illusions about the absence of charm which defines my writing.

It’s just a different way of meeting people. I don’t judge it any better or worse than other methods of meeting people.

I think as an idea, it is fraught with potential danger, especially for young, attractive women. You should first meet in a public place where there are lots of people around. Don’t ignore your instincts. If something seems wrong, make an excuse and leave. Do not let the person know where you live.

It worked for me. I have no hesitation telling people that is how we met. Like any relationship, it has its highs and lows, but that has nothing to do with meeting online.

It’s as legitimate (and accepted) as any other means of meeting someone.

Nothing to be ashamed of. I’d tell people, if I were lucky enough to meet someone.

It seems to have worked for us and how we met is not a secret.

My wife and I first met online (although not through any kind of dating site, but rather a music forum).

A lot of people here have a strong bias against online dating. They see online dating as asking for troubles. That is somewhat reasonable given that people can put on any persona on the internet. As a result many people see people who find friends through online dating as “slut”, “stub”, “sexual criminal” blah blah blah… I think people are exaggerating the danger of online dating. It’s just another way people meet each other, with greater distance. You only need to be a bit more cautious when putting anything online. You can be in trouble for meeting people in real life too, so why bash online dating?

I think there are more reasons not to than to.

@Mimishu1995 well said

It didn’t work for me in my 20s because the guys seemed to be looking for a hook-up and I was a single parent. It might work better now, but I’m happily married.

I wouldn’t be embarrassed to tell how we met if we met online. My brother and sister-in-law met online and they proudly tell people. Plus, they’re an adorable couple.

My 25 year old son was embarrassed to tell me
he met his girlfriend on-line. I didn’t have a
problem with it and don’t know why he would
think I would. I am really open minded.

@MooCows That’s awesome, my mother knows I use apps like Tinder and Badoo. She doesn’t mind either. She knows I use good judgement when using them.

My son met his SO on OK Cupid two years ago.

^^ I used OK Cupid. I had heard good reports on Fluther so I gave it a try.

Online dating is a lazy mans way of meeting others.
I prefer to meet someon in person to determine in an instant whether we could connect or not?
The mind views things visually in an instant all the mannerisims and behaviours on a subliminal level that are not available online.
Online you see only what the other party wishes you to see.
Much like advertizing that hooks one in then discovers that all is Not as it appears?