Help & answers
Everything you need to know.
The honest answers to what people ask us most — how Genuine Singles works, how we manually review every member for real contacts, and who you'll meet. Checked by real people, since 2006.
The short version
Dating with the nonsense removed.
Genuine Singles has done dating the same way since 2006: every member is manually reviewed by a real person before their profile goes live, and we actively remove the fakes, bots and scammers that flood other apps. What's left is manually reviewed members for real contacts — real people, genuinely local, and actually looking.
No swiping, no games, and no algorithm deciding who you're allowed to see. Just detailed profiles you can actually read, genuinely local search so you meet people near you, and a community that skews a little older and a lot more serious — whether you're over 40, over 50, dating again, or a professional with little time to waste.
- Manually reviewedA real person checks every profile before it goes live.
- Genuinely localSearch by area and distance, and meet people near you.
- Serious since 2006Built for real relationships, not passing the time.
- Free to joinCreate your profile and browse free — no card details.
Questions
Asked and answered.
Still stuck after reading these? Get in touch — a real person will reply.
The basics
Is Genuine Singles free to join?
Yes. Creating your profile, browsing members and receiving interest are completely free, and you never need card details to get started. A paid membership unlocks unlimited messaging — you'll see the options when you're ready, with no pressure.
What does "manually reviewed members for real contacts" mean?
It's the heart of how we work. Before any profile appears, a real person reviews it — not an automated filter — and we remove fakes, bots and scam accounts as we find them. So the members you meet are real, current people who are genuinely looking to connect, not throwaway profiles. We've worked this way since 2006.
Are the profiles real?
Yes. Every profile is manually reviewed by a real person before it goes live, and members can go a step further and confirm their identity for a verified badge. It's slower than letting everyone in at once — and since 2006, that has been the whole point. See how we verify.
How is Genuine Singles different from swipe apps?
No swiping, no games, and no algorithm deciding who you're allowed to see. You get detailed profiles you actually read, members checked by a real person, and genuinely local search. It's built for people who'd rather meet one real, nearby person than scroll through thousands. Why we do it this way.
Who's here & where
Is it suitable for over 40s and over 50s?
Very much so. A big part of our community is over 40 and over 50 — many dating again after a divorce or a loss, or after years focused on family and work. If you're looking to meet over-50s singles near you who are serious about companionship, you're in exactly the right place.
I'm a busy professional — is this for me?
Yes. Dating for professionals is one of the most common reasons people join: detailed profiles and genuinely local search mean less time scrolling and more time meeting people worth meeting. You decide who to talk to and when — there's no timer and no pressure.
How do I meet singles near me?
Search by town, city and county, set how far you're willing to travel, and sort by who's nearest. Everyone you see is a real, local member — close enough for a coffee this week rather than three time zones away. Browse locations.
Which countries and areas do you cover?
The United Kingdom, United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa — searchable by region, county, town and city. Wherever you are, including Kiwi singles across New Zealand, you can search your own area and meet people nearby.
Trust, safety & cost
What is the verified badge, and do I have to get it?
Members can confirm their identity with us — a photo matched to a photo ID — and earn a verified badge on their profile, so others can see at a glance that they're genuine. It's entirely optional: verified members appear higher in results, your ID is never shown on the site, and unverified members still use the site fully. How verification works.
How do you keep members safe?
A real person reviews every profile before it goes live, moderation continues afterwards, and you can block or report any profile or message in one tap — every report reaches our team. There's plain safety guidance too. More on safety.
How do I actually meet someone?
Create your free profile, search your area, start a conversation with people you like, and — when it feels right — meet for a coffee or a proper first date. See how it works.
How much does a membership cost?
Joining, building a profile and browsing are free, with no card details needed. If you'd like unlimited messaging, there are paid memberships to suit different lengths — you'll see what's available inside, and you're never charged to simply look.
The only thing missing is your profile.
Free to join, genuinely local, and manually reviewed by real people — since 2006.
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