Joining a dating site after a breakup doesn't have to be about finding your next relationship. At a minimum, you can think of it as a much-needed distraction - a comfortable way to get dressed up, find someone to grab a drink with, and remember how much you love flirting.
Or it can mean something more...because when it comes to online dating, anything is possible.
If you’re ready to kick off your slippers, put the lid back on that pint of Ben and Jerry’s and at the very least explore what’s out there, here are 3 dating sites to start with:
1. EliteSingles
The Pitch: The premier dating site for professional singles.
Why you’ll like it: If browsing through profiles isn’t your thing, Elite Singles is your best bet. The site connects you through compatibility matching (based on a personality quiz) and only caters to a 30+ crowd.
You only get around 6 matches a day - so if you’re super picky this is not the place for you - but it is a great way to be able to get the most out of online dating (so many men, all in one place) without having to invest too much effort.
2. SilverSingles
The Pitch: More singles in your age range means less time wasted looking for singles your style.
Why you'll like it: With a focus solely on the 50+ set, you'll be matched with people who are at the same place in life as you are. Get back out there after your breakup with a dating site that's based on compatibility and connections, not swiping and selfies.
Their matchmaking algorithm is powered by the comprehensive personality quiz, which means the more thorough you are with it, the better matches you'll get. And the better the matches, the better the dates!
Still unsure of where to head online? Check out our reviews of the best dating sites to find the one that fits what you're looking for.
3. Zoosk
The Pitch: More singles who are more your style.
Why you’ll like it: Zoosk stands out because it’s designed to make you swipe less and connect more. The matching algorithm gets an understanding of what you’re looking for (whose profile you visit, who you like…) and then sends ideal matches your way.
The algorithm seems to work pretty well - there are 11 million messages sent every day on the site.
Sometimes the best cure to the breakup blues is to log on to your dating profile and see five messages waiting in your inbox.
