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Different dating services offer different experiences, so here’s a quick rundown of how the best ones work:

Match.com

With 1.8 million users, Match.com offers a more serious dating pool since it’s primarily a paid service (the free version doesn’t offer as many tools). It works fairly traditionally – make a pro-file, check your matches, chat, and arrange a date.

OkCupid

As a free service, it’s pretty much open season on the kinds of people you can find on OkCupid. That can mean a few weirdoes and jerks who send unwelcome messages. But the site boasts a good matching algorithm, stemming from the long list of questions you answer to start your profile. It also has mobile versions to take your matches on the go.

Tinder

Tinder is app-only and less comprehensive than the first two options. You won’t be writing lengthy biographical de-tails here or your favorite song lyrics. To sign up, you have to use your Facebook account—the app uses your activity to judge your potential matches. It’s bare bones speed-dat-ing. Swipe through matches until you find someone, and if you both match, chat away. Its lack of detail makes it known primarily for hookups, but you never know.

Grindr

Grindr is similar to Tinder, but caters only to men who are seeking men. Its main feature is utilizing GPS to find avail-able guys near you. Unlike Tinder, you don’t have to regis-ter with Facebook. Upload a nice picture and a short bio, and you’re good to go. Like Tinder, it’s primarily known for its hookup potential.

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