Match Username Search

The easiest way to find someone's username on match.com is by clicking on the Search tab at the top of the webpage -> pick Go Search -> on the lower right of the page, type the username in the Username Search box. Keep in mind that suspended, deleted, or incognito profiles don't show up in the search results. A good alternative would be a lookup on Infotracer, where a simple username search could lead to matching results across multiple online dating services, not just Match.com.

Match.com's free membership option enables singles interested in online dating services from flirting to finding love ora serious relationship to access the following features without paying a cent:

• Create an account.
• Upload photos.
• Build a profile.
• Receive emails.
• Send and receive winks.
• Browse match.com.
• Send direct messages to their top picks (the most compatible match.com users).

A paid Match subscription expands the matchmaking horizon with functionalities like:

• In-depth search.
• Being able to contact any Match.com members via the instant messenger.
• Knowing who views or adds a profile to favorites.
• Keeping track of connections.
• AttendingLive Stir events.
• Benefiting from the six-month guarantee in case of unsuccessful searches, meaning users could receive six months of free service if the first six didn't work.

The Incognito Mode is the secret to Match invisibility. It can easily be activated for 24 hours or longer by simply clicking on the ghost icon located at the top of every Match.com page.

Whether someone seeks a long-distance connection, true love or just casual get-togethers, full anonymity is granted for the following actions:

• Browse the site in secret.
• View profiles (without users knowing).
• Disappear from search results.

Changing the username on Match is very easy and straightforward. At the top of any Match page click on the Profile picture -> go to My account settings -> Edit my profile -> tap or click on the pencil located by the username and write the preferred username. -> Save and the new username goes into effect immediately.

The information needed to create a profile is very well structured and not as superficial as on other online dating sites. Creating a profile takes less than five minutes, as it includes giving at least the following personal details:

• Location.
• Gender preference.
• Children.
• Marital status.
• Smoking/drinking habits.
• Longest relationship time.
• Religion.
• Profession.
• Dating intentions.

After filling the initial questionnaire with the basic information, users can go further. The "More About Me" and "A few words about me" profile sections offer plenty of space for personal expression, by sharing details on personal interests, appearance, lifestyle, background, pets, sports, education, political views, and beyond. Answering the following questions could give potential matches insights into someone's personality:

• Where do you like to hang out?
• What have you read lately?
• What do you spend your free time?
• What are your most favorite things?

Singles who are in the market for a web dating service will be happy to find out that since its early launch in 1995 (five years before eHarmony), Match.com's success stories have reached over 100,000 marriages across the world. Here are some captivating statistics about one of the largest pioneers on the Internet dating scene:

• A 2004 study revealed that 11% of married Match couples met on the site.
• 46% of the success stories from Match.com are marriages.
• Match.com has approximately 21.6 million members.
• Over 517,000 relationships started through the platform.
• At least 1 million babies were born to Match couples.
• Every year, Match users exchange 400 million e-mails.
• 91% of available daters have a college degree or attended college.
• Perfecting the matchmaking game brings 35-39 million unique monthly visitors.

Providing meaningful connections starts with collecting relevant data from each user. Therefore, here is the information collected by Match.com from its user base:

• Personal data: login credentials, gender, date of birth, sexual orientation, religious beliefs. Additionally, phone, email, social media, or mobile device.
• Usage data: log in date and time, searches, used features, clicks, pages viewed, interactions with other users.
• Device data: operating system, browser type, IP address, device ID and type, time zone, internet service provider, signal strength.
• Other data, only with user's consent: photos and videos, phonebook, accurate geolocation (latitude and longitude) captured via GPS, Bluetooth or Wi-Fi connections, debit or credit card number or other financial information (only when subscribing to paid Match services).

Apple users can start by tapping the magnifying glass at bottom-right of the screen, then, for Advanced Search, tap the magnifying glass icon in the left and choose the desired criteria (location, height, age, etc.). Saved searches are kept on the main Search page. The Discover feature displays one particular profile at a time, asking the user whether they like the pick or not. Android users can follow the same steps, the only difference is that for them, Search is a button at the top of the screen.

Match uses industry-leading tools and A.I. to identify and handle 85% of potentially improper, fraudulent or fake accounts or bots before they're even active - typically within the first four hours. 96% of those malicious accounts are blocked within 24 hours. In case some online-dating scammers manage to get through, any registered member can prevent becoming a victim by following a few tips:

• For privacy reasons, the username shouldn't include clues to the user's real full name, or other personally identifiable info (date of birth, year of birth). The username or photos published anywhere elsecan be searched, allowing anything tied to themto come up easily.
• To keep the real name private, create a unique username that hasn't been shared on other dating sites or social media platforms.
• It's best to not visit links received from people someone doesn't know very well because they could lead to malware or attempts to capture credit card information.
• If live webcam chats become uncomfortable, it's a good idea to end them or be very careful about the displayed behavior before it becomes potential blackmail material.
• Anyone is encouraged to report users who forcefully ask for personal information, email address, money, banking details, or offer paid services.
• Many scams are run by automated programs with a set of predetermined replies, therefore, if a conversation seems a little off and the other person's answers are not straightforward, it could be a bot.

Although Match.com has blocked people from choosing any possible username and recommends using a nickname or the first name, never include the last name for online safety reasons. Users that use anything but a reasonable name or nickname risk being reported and banned from the dating network, unless they provide documents to verify their identity.

The best Match.com alternatives are:

• EHarmony - matchmaking baked by algorithms.
• OkCupid - dating site similar to mainstream social-networking platforms.
• Zoosk - matching people based on personality quizzes and behavior on the website.
• PlentyOfFish - geared toward long-term relationships.
• Bumble - making it easier for women by allowing them to make the first move.
• Badoo - for speed-dating through local singles.
• Tinder - a "swipe-if-you-like" platform specialized in casual dating.

Choosing depends on the style of dating someone prefers, for instance people who aim for a long-term romance should pick Bumble.com or eHarmony.com, while fast-paced, fun-seeking, short-term daters could start swiping on Tinder.com and OkCupid.com.