Single after 40? These are the dating apps you need to be on in 2025.
Getting back into the dating game in your 40s can feel like a big deal, but a recent study shows it might be the best time to look for love. The 14th annual Singles in America study, conducted by Match and The Kinsey Institute, found that people in their 40s are dating with more confidence and clarity than ever before. (The study also found that many forty-somethings feel like they're in their "sexual prime.")
"By their 40s, many singles have outgrown the pressure to perform or conform," said Amanda Gesselman, Match's Director of Sex and Relationship Science in the study. "They know what they like, and they're unapologetic about it.
OK, we've established that the over-40 dating pool is full of confident, self-assured people. But where do you find them? That's where we come in. To help you find a real connection, our team tested the best dating apps of 2025 to find the best options for men and women over 40. So, whether you're looking for a serious relationship or a casual fling, these apps maximize your chances of finding the right person at the right time.
