This has come up in my friend group a few times and I thought I'd bring it to the forum to get some real-world feedback.
The scam situation has gotten pretty bad on a lot of platforms. I've seen so many fake profiles that it's hard to trust anyone at first.
There's a lot of conflicting info out there. Some people swear by paid sites, others say free options work just as well if you know how to use them.
- Look for verified badges where available
- Use a dedicated email address you don't mind sharing
- Avoid sites that ask for payment info before you can browse
Would love to hear from people who've had real success rather than just theory.
One I've been hearing about lately is Datescout — curious if anyone here has used it.