Is OkCupid a hookup app?

TL;DR: OkCupid took what young people hate about basic swiping apps and corny dating sites and rebranded into a hip middle ground. Its multi-faceted matchmaking, spotlight on social justice, and low price point make it stand out from competitors.

What kind of people use OkCupid?

Adults aged 18 to 29 years were most likely to use the social dating app, as 14 percent of respondents from that age group confirmed being current users. OkCupid is a part of Match Group, an American internet company that owns and operates a selection of online dating sites including Tinder, PlentyOfFish and Match.com.

Should I use real name on OkCupid?

We love our members. You do not need to use your government name or even your full first name. Use the name, nickname, or initials youd like your date to call you on OkCupid. So you have to use something different, but that “different” doesnt have to really be your name.

How many guys can you have on OkCupid?

11% of OkCupid users are males compared to only 6% of female users.

Should I use my real name on a dating site?

Make sure you do not use any aspect of your real name, or any other personally identifiable such as birthdates- even birth years. Your username can be searched, and anything tied to that username can come up easily. Choosing Photos: A picture really is worth a thousand words.

Can you search a name on OkCupid?

Log into your OkCupid profile. Click on your profile thumbnail (you can find this on the top right corner of your screen) When the drop-down menu appears, click on “Find a User” You will see a white box with the words, “search by username”.