In a Nutshell
pros
- Videos included in profile pages
- Excellent safety features
- Short-term trial options
cons
- Can’t do much with free account
- No live chat support
Best for: Safe online dating, fun communication features
User base: Heterosexual and homosexual singles
Number of members: N/A
Recommended age: 25–55
Favorite features: Video profiles
Signup Process
To begin, you can sign up for a free account. This takes about 5 seconds—just fill out your age and what you’re looking for. It’s worth noting that Datedoo offers the option for heterosexual and homosexual relationships. Then you’ll need to confirm your account via an email verification code, and you’re all set. We like how quick and easy this step of the process is. You can skip over the profile section entirely, something that other dating sites don’t allow, and go straight to the searches if you prefer. This is not recommended since the more information in your profile, the more accurate the search results will be. But it is nice that you have the option to fill it out at your leisure.
If you want to access all the features, you’ll have to upgrade your account to a paid membership. This is done by clicking on the green Upgrade Now button at the top of your profile page. You’ll be shown a list of possible subscription options. Choose the one you want, add your payment details, and upgrade your account.
Matchmaking & Search Functions
Search functionality on Datedoo is fairly easy to use. You can set up specific filters like body type, ethnicity, or hair color. You can also filter profiles to select only members who have pictures or videos on their profiles. You can run a location-based search to find local singles or broaden your horizon with a more extensive search.
Datedoo doesn’t have a terribly sophisticated matchmaking algorithm. It’ll use the information you put into your profile page to generate matches. So it’s worthwhile spending a few minutes adding relevant details to your page. The more info you have, the better matches you’ll get.
One great feature of the Datedoo profiles is the video option. You can upload a short video clip about yourself and include it in your profile page. This is a fabulous feature because most singles looking through countless profiles are sick of the norm. Seeing a real person in the flesh shakes things up and makes for an interesting change from the boring text-based profiles. Plus, it lets you and your potential matches present a more authentic image than air-brushed photos or exaggerated descriptions. So it’s a win-win for everyone!
Features & Communication Tools
Datedoo has a number of interesting features and communication tools members can use to get to know one another. For one thing, you can send a direct message to another member to start a conversation with someone you’re interested in. Alternatively, you can join one of Datedoo’s secure chat rooms if you aren’t ready for a one-on-one conversation. Free members can send one message per day per profile, but can contact up to 5 profiles. The exception to this rule is if you are female. Female members can send unlimited messages even as a free member but you may not be able to see all responses.
When this feature is activated, a tailored message will automatically be broadcast to a group of other members. So a lot of members will see your profile faster. A useful tool to keep your profile fresh and current, the Promote My Account feature can also be randomly activated by Datedoo as a one-off freebie from time to time. You can also use the feature when you sign up for a premium membership.
Safety & Security
Datedoo uses SSL software (secure sockets layer) to encrypt personal information provided by users, and stores all user information in encrypted databases behind firewalls that are technological barriers to block non-permitted people from accessing that information. Datedoo has a Safe Mode that members can toggle on and off which basically lets a user determine which actions can be taken and which information will be displayed to other members. Datedoo also has a Verified Member status. This lets you know which member profiles have been verified (by connecting a phone number with their account).
Datedoo monitors the user activity periodically to ensure that members are upholding the service policies. So the site is carefully watching out for predators, perverts, and people who are misrepresenting themselves on their profiles or in communications with other members. If Datedoo feels like a member is conducting suspicious activities or behaving inappropriately, it will suspend or remove that account entirely. This is a good safety measure that allows users to feel like there is someone keeping the platform safe.
Finally, Datedoo offers safe dating tips on the website to help members stay safe on- and off-line. Most are common sense advice like reporting suspicious behavior, not sharing personal information, and meeting in a safe, public location for your dates. But still, it’s a good safety measure to have these practical tips spelled out for you.
Pricing
Datedoo has some unusual membership options. It has the regular 1-month, 3-month, and 6-month plans like everyone else. But in addition, Datedoo offers a 1-day, 3-day, or 1-week trial. This is great for people who might be new to the online dating scene or for anyone who just wants to try out the service without making a major commitment. We like the flexibility offered by this dating service. Here’s what pricing looks like:
Datedoo also has a freemium account that lets you use some of the services for free. To access all of the features, you’ll have to sign up for a subscription package. When you upgrade, you get access to other features including:
- Unlimited chats
- Larger photo views
- Looking for information
- Premium support
- More extended search options
- The ability to share your photos and videos in chat
Datedoo also offers you a bonus feature, a subscription to datingchemistry.com for free.
Help & Support
Datedoo offers phone and email support. Plus it has a useful help center with many questions and answers for guidance.
Phone Support: 18009484215
Email Support: Online contact form
Find Love on Datedoo
Datedoo is an easy to use online dating service. It’s also got a nice mobile site, so you can search for love on the run. While Datedoo doesn’t have a ton of frills to speak of, we really love the video option to add to your profile. We also like that Datedoo takes safety seriously, offering multiple safety features to keep users confident in their online dating pursuits.
