"Couples who go on virtual dates before a face-to-face date are two times more likely to go on a second date with a person"( MSNBC)
Computer-based communication results in more self-disclosure, and can be more effective than face-to-face interaction at early stages of a relationship (European Journal of Social Psychology)
Virtual dating builds common experiences, aligns expectations and leads to more successful in-person dates (Journal of Interactive Marketing)
Virtual dating appeals to daters in their 30s and 40s (Quantcast)