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U.S. user reasons for using online dating sites or apps 2017

Why do or did you use online dating sites or apps?

The data describes the reasons why users in the U.S. use online dating sites or apps. During the April 2017 survey, 61% of responding current or former dating website or app users said they used dating websites and apps to meet people who share their interests or hobbies.

To meet people who share my interests or hobbies 61
To meet people who share my beliefs or values 44
To find someone for a long-term relationship or marriage 42
I have a schedule that makes it hard to meet interesting people in other ways 21
To meet people who just want to have fun without being in a serious relationship 26
None of the above 7