Here's How Black Women Can Dominate Online Dating Apps In 2018

Don’t give up on online dating until you've tried this!

Collect Recommendations and Testimonials - Not just the old school kind, though. Did someone just big you up on Twitter? Reply and retweet, then screenshot it and post it on your website.  (Photo: Stockbyte/Getty Images)

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Dating in the Digital Age - Are you tired of hunting down Mr. Right in all the wrong places? Do you cringe at the thought of your girlfriend setting you up on another blind date? Online dating continues to increase in popularity among young singles, and it could be a good place to start if your dating mojo is running low. Here’s the low-down on dating in the digital age. By Britt Middleton (Photo: Stockbyte/Getty Images)

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DO Keep an Open Mind - Like a face-to-face relationship, finding a potential mate won’t happen overnight. There are plenty of dating websites out there to choose from, so take your time finding the one that’s right for you. Also, learn to “read between the lines” about information you see on a person’s profile. For example, are they a constant traveler? That could mean they aren’t looking for a serious commitment right away.  (Photo: Gary S Chapman/Getty Images)

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A Billion Dollar Breakup - A class-action lawsuit totaling $1.5 billion has been filed against the online dating website match.com. The suit claims that owners did nothing to prevent the photos of thousands of other women from being used illegally used by criminal gangs in Nigeria, Ghana and Russia. It also suggested that stolen profiles are used to dupe romantic hopefuls out of money.  (Photo: Match.com)

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DON’T Reveal Personal Information - Be wary of what you post on your profile page. Remember, displaying personal information, like your phone number, home address and even your job, can make you a target for cybercriminals. In addition, get familiar with your dating site’s privacy settings. If someone is harassing you, report their profile to the website’s customer service team.(Photo: Match.com)

Close Strong - Closed mouths don’t get fed, so don’t let all your excellent flirting techniques go to waste. While it would probably be ideal for him to ask you out then and there, if you’re genuinely interested and he’s been reciprocating your signals, don’t be afraid to ask for his number. Or put yours in his phone and make it clear that you’d like to get together soon. Either way, don’t walk away without encouraging next steps. (Photo: Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)

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DO Set Boundaries - Sexting. It’s a topic that comes up over and over again in our classrooms and workplaces, and we’ve all heard horror stories about risque pictures that later ended up in the wrong hands. If someone asks you to send a nude photograph of yourself, do recognize this could be a red flag about their true intentions. Don’t feel obligated to do it, because if they are the right person for you, they will understand your boundaries.  (Photo: Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)

Scents to Avoid - This season, pack away the citrus, fruity and sweet undertones. You can still rock florals, just make sure that they are in season. And with the cooler weather, now’s the time to go for a heartier, bolder scent.  (Photo: David McNew/Getty Images)

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DON’T Be a Victim of Catfishing - The phenomenon known as catfishing, when a person sets up a fake online identity to take advantage of an unsuspecting victim, is real. Be wary of anyone who asks you to send them money, for your bank account number or who asks for your address to send you gifts. These are trademarks of online dating scam artists. Check out more warning signs at onguardonline.gov.  (Photo: David McNew/Getty Images)

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DO Play It Safe - Let’s say you’ve connected with someone and want to meet in person. Most online dating websites don’t perform criminal background checks on their users, so if you want more information on the person, ordering a background check yourself is a good option. There are dozens of online services to choose from and there are even some free options to consider. (Photo: Sami Suni/Getty Images)

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DO Play It Safe - Let’s say you’ve connected with someone and want to meet in person. Most online dating websites don’t perform criminal background checks on their users, so if you want more information on the person, ordering a background check yourself is a good option. There are dozens of online services to choose from and there are even some free options to consider. (Photo: Sami Suni/Getty Images)

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DON’T Let a Stranger Drive You - If you do decide to meet in person, be sure to drive yourself to and from your date. You need to have reliable transportation if things go south. If you can’t drive yourself, ask a friend to drive you or even consider taking a taxi if needed. (Photo: kali9/GettyImages)

5. Bring an Open Mind - So you've decided that you'll go on the road with your boo, right? It could go extremely well or extremely bad, but the best thing to do is keep positive energy always. You're going with your boo, for goodness sake! It can't be that bad!(Photo: Monkey Business Images/Getty Images)

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DO Meet in a Public Place - Pick a busy restaurant, shopping plaza or other well populated area for your first date. Never agree to meet the person at their home or a remote location you’re unfamiliar with. And be sure to tell a friend where you’re going, how long you’ll be gone and the name and phone number of the person you’re with, too. (Photo: Monkey Business Images/Getty Images)

DON’T Cloud Your Judgement  - Remember, you want to make a good impression the first time you meet someone, so consider abstaining from alcohol on your first date. You don’t want your judgement to be so clouded that you do something you may later regret. Casual daytime dates are great options, as there is less pressure to throw a few back. (Photo: Scott Gries/Getty Images)

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DON’T Cloud Your Judgement  - Remember, you want to make a good impression the first time you meet someone, so consider abstaining from alcohol on your first date. You don’t want your judgement to be so clouded that you do something you may later regret. Casual daytime dates are great options, as there is less pressure to throw a few back. (Photo: Scott Gries/Getty Images)

DON’T Expect White Tablecloths - Do you have money for fancy restaurants and bottle service? No? So don’t expect that freshman who asked you out to drop a ton of cash on a date with you. In fact, be prepared to split the bill at the dive you hit up around the corner from campus, or better yet, plan a free date, like a walk in the park or an outdoor movie.  (Photo: Fuse/Getty Images)

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DO Keep It Light  - Keep the conversation light and fun. Don’t be too concerned about finding out every detail of their life plan, and please don’t push them about marriage and kids. Instead, take the time to get to know them — their interests, hobbies — and reciprocate the conversation freely. This is your first date, so enjoy it!  (Photo: Fuse/Getty Images)