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The 25 best dating sites and apps
Online dating sites and apps are two of the most popular ways to meet a new partner in 2026. In fact, a recent YouGov survey found that it’s how nine per cent of adults in Britain found their partner.
Unsurprisingly, Tinder remains the most popular dating app, although Hinge has become bigger with those looking for something more serious, with its “designed to be deleted” model, according to a TGI consumer survey.
Most people remain unwilling to pay for a dating site. However the likes of eharmony and Our Time, which encourage users to pay for better features, are popular with over 50s, who tend to be serious daters.
Evidently, there’s a lot to consider when choosing a dating site, and the vast number in the UK (around 450) can make deciding the right one for you tricky to navigate. Whether you’re looking for something short or long-term, interested in talking before you meet or to date straight away or want to date someone of the same religion, I’ve put together this guide on dating sites to go some way to helping.