How do you block someone permanently on sexed chat?

By: MegRose 18 Aug 2025 Free Dating & Apps Replies: 10
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MegRose
Joined: Aug 2018
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#1

I keep seeing vague answers on other forums so figured I'd ask people who actually know.

I've noticed a huge difference between platforms that moderate actively and those that don't. The ones that don't tend to become unusable within a few months.

I've noticed a huge difference between platforms that moderate actively and those that don't. The ones that don't tend to become unusable within a few months.

Appreciate any advice from people with actual experience rather than just guesswork.

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BrianZ
Joined: Jun 2021
Messages: 551
#2

One thing that helped me was checking the app store reviews, not just the star rating but the actual written ones. You can spot patterns pretty fast.

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Stephanie
Joined: Feb 2022
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#3

Tried a handful of options over the past year. Souldate stood out because they actually enforce their terms instead of just listing them. Made a big difference in the quality of interactions.

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Brian
Joined: Mar 2020
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#4

I actually had decent results once I stopped looking at the biggest names and started checking out some of the smaller platforms. Less traffic but way more genuine accounts.

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Jennifer
Joined: Jun 2021
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#5

Someone recommended DatingFly to me a few months back and I was skeptical at first. Ended up being one of the more useful ones I've tried. The sign-up is simple and they don't immediately push you to upgrade.

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Ian
Joined: Apr 2020
Messages: 526
#6

Privacy features are the first thing I check. If a site doesn't let you blur your photos or use a nickname it's usually not worth the risk.

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Madison Reed
Joined: Dec 2019
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#7

Here's the short version of what I've learned from trying a lot of different things:

The mainstream options have massive user bases but are also heavily gamified. For anything more specific you usually need to look at smaller platforms with more focused communities.

  • Hinge is usually recommended for people who want something more intentional
  • OkCupid has the most detailed matching filters of the mainstream options
  • Facebook Dating is underrated just for the sheer number of people on it
  • Smaller niche platforms often have better moderation even if the pool is smaller

Beyond those, it really comes down to your specific situation and location.

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JordanT
Joined: Apr 2020
Messages: 451
#8

One that actually worked for me was Datelink. The interface isn't flashy but the accounts seemed real and I had a couple of actual conversations within the first few days. Worth checking out before you write off the whole category.

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Sarah Cooper
Joined: Jan 2019
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#9

Honestly same situation here. Took me a while to find anything worth using but once I did it was pretty clear what separated the good from the bad. Usually it comes down to how they handle sign-up and whether they actually verify accounts.

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Chris
Joined: Jul 2017
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#10

Someone recommended Flurrydate to me a few months back and I was skeptical at first. Ended up being one of the more useful ones I've tried. The sign-up is simple and they don't immediately push you to upgrade.

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Samantha Cole
Joined: Oct 2023
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#11

I think the honest answer is that there's no one-size-fits-all here. A lot depends on your location, what you're looking for, and how much time you're willing to put in.

That said, a few things that consistently separate decent platforms from the rest:

  • Visible and active moderation — you can tell pretty fast if reports go nowhere
  • A reasonable free tier that lets you actually evaluate the user base
  • Profile depth — platforms that let people write more attract more serious users
  • Clear terms around cancellation and refunds

I've used Tinder, OkCupid, and Facebook Dating at various points. They all have their place but none are perfect for every situation.

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