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[QUOTE="Munyaradzi Mafaro, post: 80501, member: 636"]
Well, that explains all the ghosting. The entire premise of dating apps is a lie, with most users not even being single. Research indicates a staggering 65 percent of people on these apps are already married or in a committed relationship. That fact alone breaks the whole system.

These platforms have morphed into weird social lounges instead of connection tools. A lot of these non-single users are not looking for partners. They log on for curiosity, a quick ego boost, or just to mindlessly swipe for fun. For many, it is about feeling seen outside their normal life, not about starting a new one. This shift means the environment is now cluttered with mixed signals and ambiguous intentions, making the actual search for a relationship way harder.

For people genuinely trying to date, this reality demands a new strategy. Experts suggest looking for clear statements of intent on profiles and being wary of users who avoid direct questions, never make plans, or only communicate at odd hours. Consistent behavior and a willingness to move to a video call or real meeting are better indicators than a clever profile. The apps are not useless, but they require users to become detectives, sifting through a crowd of spectators to find someone actually playing the same game.
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