Mature Dating • Friendship • Companionship

Life doesn't stop being interesting after 50.

Whether you're looking for love, friendship, companionship or simply someone new to share life's experiences with, meeting people later in life can be the start of something genuinely exciting.

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Welcome to Dateline Platinum

Dating can be better the second time around

Dating later in life is different. Most people know themselves better, understand what matters to them and have a much clearer idea of the type of person they'd like to spend their time with.

Dateline Platinum is a resource for mature singles interested in dating, friendship and companionship. If you're ready to start meeting people, we recommend OAP Dating, a dating community created specifically for people aged 50 and over.

Getting Started

Meeting someone doesn't have to be complicated

1

Be yourself

You don't need to reinvent yourself to start dating again. A straightforward profile showing your personality, interests and what you're looking for is usually the best place to begin.

2

Start a conversation

A simple hello can lead anywhere. Ask about something mentioned in their profile rather than worrying about finding the perfect opening line.

3

Take your time

There's no need to rush. Chat, get to know each other and only arrange to meet when you're both comfortable doing so.

Dating Over 50

Why online dating works particularly well for mature singles

One of the biggest difficulties with meeting someone later in life isn't finding people you might like — it's knowing who is actually single and open to meeting somebody.

Online dating removes much of that uncertainty. Everyone is there for broadly the same reason: to meet someone new.

You can also take things at your own pace. Some people are looking for a long-term relationship, while others would simply like friendship, companionship, dinner, holidays or somebody to enjoy weekends with.

A few things worth remembering

  • Use a recent photograph that actually looks like you.
  • Tell people a little about the life you enjoy, rather than simply listing what you don't want.
  • Don't feel obliged to give out your telephone number immediately.
  • For a first date, meet somewhere public where you both feel comfortable.
  • Never send money to somebody you have met through a dating website.
  • If somebody's behaviour doesn't feel right, you're perfectly entitled to end the conversation.
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A New Chapter

You're never too old to meet somebody new

Relationships change throughout our lives. People find themselves single again for all sorts of reasons — divorce, separation, bereavement or simply because they haven't yet met the right person.

Whatever brought you here, there are thousands of other people in exactly the same position.

Starting again doesn't necessarily mean looking for marriage or making huge commitments. Sometimes it simply starts with finding somebody whose company you enjoy.

If you'd like to start looking, visit OAP Dating and see who you might meet.