Within the last few years, Facebook has rolled out a variety of features from news sections to streaming services. All current Facebook users have access to the dating feature. Facebook hopes that this service will provide an authentic and unique online dating experience that will overcome typical challenges and frustrations associated with online dating. Facebook is the first social networking site to host its own online dating platform.

Facebook Dating is ideal for users looking for a free online dating platform. Connect with people you have never met or place your hopes in the “secret crush” feature. Facebook’s new online dating feature gives users a variety of match options and has the largest location range. With over 1.5 billion users on Facebook’s main social media platform, the company hopes that its online dating platform will see widespread participation and success.

The Good

• Easy Profile Set-Up
• Free Dating App
• Connect to Instagram
• Matching Preferences
• Simple Matching Process
• Safe Messaging
• Unique Features

Easy Profile Set-Up

Facebook Dating offers an easy sign-up process – especially for current Facebook users. Non-Facebook users will need to first set up a regular Facebook account. Individuals with a current Facebook account can find the dating app feature by clicking on the three horizontal lines in the menu. Scroll down till you see the dating icon. Click on the “get started” button to officially create a Facebook Dating account.

When you sign up for the Facebook Dating app, you’ll see a suggested profile that Facebook has auto-created for you. The profile is based on the information you have given Facebook in the past. This will be most accurate for active Facebook users. If you don’t like the suggested profile, you can make a profile from scratch or make changes to the suggested profile. A Facebook dating profile includes a bio, work and education history, lifestyle preference, and religious beliefs. The lifestyle preferences ask you to select if you do or do not have children. You can also include up to nine photos. However, keep in mind that you can’t rearrange your photos once you’ve created your profile. This is a separate profile that will not alter your regular Facebook profile.

You have the option of answering additional questions. The questions are short answer and focus mainly on interests and hobbies. You will not be asked any intimate or detailed questions.

Free Dating App

Facebook Dating is free for all users. You will not be charged subscription fees or asked to purchase additional features. You have unlimited messages and matches. FB Dating is the only online dating app that is completely free. Everyone has access to the same features and opportunities.

Connect to Instagram

Facebook allows you to connect to your Instagram account. If you account, users will be able to see your Instagram posts. Your Instagram content will be shared even if you have a private account. In the future, Facebook hopes to integrate Instagram stories to improve authenticity and engagement.

Matching Preferences

Facebook Dating allows you to set several different preferences to filter your matches. Set a preferred distance between you and your matches. You can opt to see matches up to 124 miles away from you. This is longers than other location-based online dating apps such as Tinder and Hinge.

In preferences, you can also select the gender identity you are looking to date. However, Facebook only provides five options: men, trans men, women, trans women, and non-binary people. Other online dating sites such as OkCupid give you many more options for choosing your own gender identity and your preference for matches.