Irish Sunday Mirror

Top apps for flirty over-50s

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A record number of over-50s got into online dating last year, according to findings from the Pew Research Centre think-tank.

If you’re thinking of trying it for yourself, dating coach Hayley Quinn says uploading the right photograph­s of yourself is crucial.

She says: “You don’t have to look like a supermodel in your photos. This is a good opportunit­y to rope in a friend or family member to take some new pictures of you.

“Rather than it being on physical looks, it’s more about you having modern photos, taken on a new camera and in natural light which presents you in the right way.

“I’d also suggest filling out the online profile – it’s hard to create a response to a blank profile.”

Here are the top four over-50s dating apps on the market:

It was launched in 2018 by founders Charly Lester and Antoine Argouges as the first dating app specifical­ly designed for the over-50s. Since its launch, it has attracted more than 1.5million members.

The dating site has come a long way since it launched as Primesingl­es in 2002. Despite name changes, a rebranding and quite a few updates, its commitment to the senior community hasn’t wavered a jot.

One of the most wellknown dating sites, thanks to its wide user base and longevity. It uses a thorough questionna­ire to find out about daters before showing them potential matches one at a time.

A popular dating site for singles aged 50 and over. It offers everything you need to find people with similar interests and meet up at local activities.

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