Frequently Asked Questions

• I like meeting people face to face. Why should I look for love online?

  I like meeting people face to face. Why should I look for love online?

  Just like most people discover in relationships, no two people are exactly the same. Some of our members choose online dating in lieu of bars and other options, some do it in addition to their usual routine, and some people do it just because they want to try it out. But for the price of a couple drinks, you could subscribe for a month and look for lots of people right in your neighborhood. Also, before contacting someone, you can get to know a little bit about them by looking at their profile. So if you want to skip the hassle of the bar scene and look for love whenever you want, click here to create your profile for free.

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• Does online dating really work?

  Does online dating really work?

  Don't ask us, ask the hundreds of thousands people who met that special someone last year on Match.com. And you know how all those happy endings got started? Click here to create a profile.

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• Is online dating safe?

  Is online dating safe?

  Online dating is no more or less safe than any other kind of dating. We have Online Dating Safety Tips that you should read before going on a date. Most tips are just common sense, and should be used in any dating situation. The most important ones are to meet in a safe, public place, and make sure you're not feeling pressured.

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• What are the odds of meeting someone I'm interested in on Match.com?

  What are the odds of meeting someone I'm interested in on Match.com?

  Sorry, but neither dating nor love has a formula or statistical equation you can use. However, hundreds of thousands of people met that special someone on Match.com last year. But at the same time, it's not a roulette wheel. You have to get out there, make yourself seen, and give it some effort. So, put the protractor down, fill out your profile by clicking here, and let the probability distribution functions work themselves out.

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• How much does it cost to become a subscriber?

  How much does it cost to become a subscriber?

  It depends on which plan you choose*. We have a 1-month plan, 3-month plan, and a 6-month plan. Simply register for free or sign-in to learn more about our prices. *Prices do not include miscellaneous expenses usually associated with Match.com dates, such as flowers, chocolates, stuffed animals that shake and sing love songs, the occasional diamond ring, etc.

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• Relationships are a two-way street. What's in it for me if I become a subscriber?

  Relationships are a two-way street. What's in it for me if I become a subscriber?

  Subscribing is your all access pass to millions of members, and is our most successful way to meet people. While members can send Winks and search for people, subscribers actually get to email and connect with their matches. In fact, hundreds of thousands of members who found their match last year were subscribers. So subscribe now to get started on your own happy ending.

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• You had me at "Hello." How do I subscribe?

  You had me at "Hello." How do I subscribe?

  Very easily. You even have some options. Just click here and choose from any of our subscription packages. You can pay online with a credit or debit card.

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• What is the status of my subscription?

  What is the status of my subscription?

  You can view the status of your subscription any time by visiting the Subscription Status section in Account Settings, located at the top of any page.

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• Match.com does work, and I found my match! How do I cancel my subscription?

  Match.com does work, and I found my match! How do I cancel my subscription?

  Congratulations! That means we're doing our job. To cancel your subscription, just visit the Resignation Section of Account Settings. The Account Settings link is at the top of every page. We of course wish you the best, but if things don't work out, you know where to find us.

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• When can I email other members?

  When can I email other members?

  You can email other members, whether you're initiating or replying, as soon as you subscribe. Click here to learn about subscriptions.

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