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How to choose the best gay dating app for you

A practical way to actually decide, not just another ranked list

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Are gay dating apps safe?

A practical, no-scaremongering guide to dating online safely

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How to write a gay dating profile that actually gets conversations

Photos, bios and openers that give people something to reply to

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Gay dating app etiquette

What to say, what to avoid, and how to make a good first impression

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How to meet someone looking for the same thing as you

Getting clear on what you want, and finding people who want it too

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Gay dating for beginners

How gay dating apps actually work, and what to expect

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