When you are a teen with raging hormones, it might not feel like it, but the fact is that you have the rest of your life to date and find romance. However, that doesn’t stop you from feeling urgent about the situation and wanting to dive straight in to test the waters! If you aren’t careful about how you go about it, online dating can be a slightly sketchy avenue for younger daters, but if you stick to the tried and tested options, you should be fine. Have a look at the best teen dating apps!
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1. Happn
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This is an app that combines meeting someone in real life with actually using the programme on your phone. Every time you are within 850 feet of someone you have connected with before, it lets you see it on your timeline. This can be a fun feature if you are a teen who is still at school, as you will be able to keep in flirty touch with crushes in the hallways!
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2. Coffee Meets Bagel
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This is a really great dating app for younger people who are still quite shy about putting themselves out there. Every week it curates a list of profiles that it thinks you will be compatible with, and it also provides conversation starters to help break the ice.
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Hey, safety is super important! Some apps like Yubo and Spotafriend are known for having good safety features. Always check for age restrictions and parental controls!
Absolutely! There are quite a few free options like Skout and MeetMe. Just remember, they might have ads or in-app purchases.
Most dating apps are designed for older teens and adults. Apps like Yubo are more like social networking but have chat features. It's essential to have parental guidance at this age.
At 17, you have more options like Bumble’s BFF mode and Badoo, which are more accepted for older teens. Always prioritize apps with good user reviews on safety.
Oh, for sure! Apps like Yubo and Spotafriend focus more on making friends than dating. They're great for expanding your social circle.
3. Skout
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Skout has a cool ‘shake to chat’ feature than can be fun for the teen audience. All you need to do is shake your device and you get randomly paired with someone nearby. It’s then up to you to see whether you strike a connection with them or not. Sometimes it’s fun to be paired with someone that isn’t all based on looks.
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4. Bumble Date
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Bumble is the perfect dating app for a teen girl who doesn’t want to be bombarded with messages, because when you match with someone on Bumble, it is up to the female to make contact. This makes you feel like you have much more control in the situation, and it feels safer.
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With Bumble, initiating conversation rests solely in your hands, which can eliminate any unwelcome advances and helps you to steer the dialogue in a way that makes you comfortable. It's a refreshing twist on the dating dynamic, empowering you to choose who you want to communicate with. This female-first approach has made Bumble a popular choice among young women looking for safety and autonomy in their dating life. Remember to follow the app's age restriction policies and always stay safe by meeting in public places and telling a friend about your plans.
5. Yubo
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This is kind of like a cross between Snapchat and Tinder. It requires cell phone verification to ensure there are no fake profiles on the app, and it basically combines all of the fun messaging features that teens like so much in all of their social media platforms.
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6. Nearify
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This isn’t a dedicated dating app so to speak, but it is a great tool for sorting out teen-centric dates because its purpose is to let you know about all of the best and coolest events going on in your area right now. Teens love going to things like concerts, and you can even check to see if any of your Facebook friends are going for some moral support!
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7. Taffy
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The fun thing about Taffy is that at first, everyone’s profile picture is blurry. The more you chat with them, the clearer their profile becomes, and it is a great way to eliminate the superficial element of only swiping for someone who you think is hot. It’s a good lesson for impressionable teens to learn!
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