In 2024, dating apps don’t exactly have the best reputation. Much like Marmite, they are either loved or hated – which camp you fall into will inevitably depend on how successful you’ve been while using them. As anyone who’s single will know, today’s dating landscape is no picnic. With mixed messages, the rise of ghosting, and endless ways to digitally interact with someone (Instagram DMs, WhatsApp, iMessage, etc), the opportunities to connect and forge intimate bonds today are truly everywhere.

Updated：2026-08-05