People nowadays have a lot of means to communicate with each other because of technology. Almost everyone has benefited from technology, including teenagers. Just by having an internet connection and a mobile phone, one can do so many things with just clicks of a finger. This includes dating. Dating has become interactive because internet makes it easy to meet, contact and see other people throughout the world. Listed in this article are the different dating sites popular to teenagers and the different things one must keep in mind regarding teens who are fond of using social networking sites.

8 Popular Teenage Online Dating Sites

1

Instagram

Instagram is a social network for sharing photos until it was further developed, making it convenient for its users to meet other users. It has a “Suggested Users” function which allows users to search other people who are of the same age, share common interests or hashtags of their interests. A survey among teens was conducted and it was found that Instagram is the most important social networking site for them.

2

Tumblr

Tumblr is a website popular among teens for micro-blogging where one can post photos, blogs, poems and other thoughts. Unlike other websites, there is no character limit in Tumblr. But just like other social networking sites, hashtags are used to make teens find other users easier, which makes it a great platform for teenage online dating.

3

IMVU

IMVU is a site where one is asked to create a 3D avatar and join cyber communities while meeting and chatting with other users. This site requires a minimum age of 13 to protect younger users. The avatar created is only based on imagination; therefore, one must keep in mind that the avatars on the site are very likely not the same as the creator of the avatar.

4

Cherryblossoms.com

This social networking site is one of the leading Asian online dating sites. It allows teenagers to create free accounts. Once a member has created an account, he or she can view profiles of other members who are also looking for online dates and romance without having to spend too much money, time and effort. The new member can also send smiles and get personalized matches.

5

Fun Date City

This is another social networking site used by teens where they can hang out with their friends and meet new people. This site also has a chat room, but it is not just an ordinary chat room because one can send virtual gifts, emails and blogs via it. Fun Date City is like real dating in the real world, making it popular among teens.

6

Chatpit

This website prohibits its users from giving their personal information like address, phone numbers and email addresses to other people for security reasons. Another policy of this teenage online dating site is that users who are under the age of 18 are required to seek permission from their parents before chatting. This social networking site has unique rules for its users but it still assures fun chatting and online dating.

7

TeenSay

TeenSay is another social networking site where teens can hang out with their friends and start chatting with other people on various topics. They can also ask questions and answer questions of other users in return. This is a great place where teenagers can meet and date different people through online chatting.

8

Crush.Zone

This social networking site is the number one online dating site for teenagers coming from New Zealand, U.S, Canada, Australia, U.K, etc. This website is recommended for teens ranging from 13 to 21 years of age. It is recommended for those who are interested in looking for online romance or dates, or simply for those who would like to meet new people and make new friends.

Safety About Teens Dating Online

With the technology we have today, so many social networking sites have developed and expanded. There is no doubt that these websites have conquered the life of many teenagers. What's more, this age group is known to be very adventurous and techy. Offering free memberships and easy access, most of these social networking sites have served as popular platforms for teenage online dating. Besides benefits, there are safety issues that should be considered because a number of teenagers' lives are at risk because of meeting and dating total strangers online.

Risks of teenage online dating

According to statistics, more and more people are resorting to online dating in searching for their lifetime partners. But careless and irresponsible use of the internet can also lead to serious problems. 

Most culprits look for innocent or naïve users, making them their prospective victims. These culprits will make up lies when asked about their age, skin color, location and jobs. They will try to build a good image and rapport with their “victims”. Once they’ve got the user’s personal information like address, age, job and how they look like, that is the time they will do their hidden agenda. 

Teenagers are not the only targets of these culprits; women are also their victims. The dangers of virtual dating are for real and even outweigh its benefits. Cases of robbery, kidnapping, rape and murder related to online dating have been reported.

Safety tips for teens when dating online

  • Personal information like your address, phone number, school, whereabouts and social security numbers should never be disclosed on social networking sites. Other people can use it for their own, selfish benefits.

  • Never give information that can reveal personal information. For example, don’t mention a teacher’s name which can reveal the school you are attending to. Luckily, most teenage online dating sites prohibit this act and have their own security measures to address this.

  • If you are meeting someone, it is best to talk to the person on the phone first. With this, you are less likely to be fooled by the age or gender of the person you are about to meet. And always make sure that you meet in a public place.

  • Always tell your parents or friends that you are dating someone online. They will help to tell if something suspicious is going on.

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