This qualitative study explores how dating app users verify information provided by their potential matches. Through in-depth interviews with dating app users, the research identifies common practices employed to verify profiles and assess the credibility of information shared. Findings reveal that users rely on cross-referencing social media, conducting online searches, and analyzing consistency in communication.

Understanding user information verification practices on dating apps: A qualitative study

MAHMOUDI, ELAHEH
2023/2024

Abstract

This qualitative study explores how dating app users verify information provided by their potential matches. Through in-depth interviews with dating app users, the research identifies common practices employed to verify profiles and assess the credibility of information shared. Findings reveal that users rely on cross-referencing social media, conducting online searches, and analyzing consistency in communication.
2023
Understanding user information verification practices on dating apps: A qualitative study
Online dating
Self-presentation
Uncertainty
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