Online Dating Commons is a community-driven guide to respectful, safe, and rewarding dating experiences—across apps, platforms, and local groups.
It exists to help people navigate the early stages of connection with clarity, empathy, and care.

Our focus is on three pillars:

Consent as a foundation. Every interaction—whether sending a first message, sharing personal details, or planning a meeting—should respect boundaries and give each person a genuine choice.

Authenticity in presentation. Profiles and conversations work best when they reflect the real you. Honesty about intentions, availability, and expectations sets the tone for trust.

Clear, respectful communication. From the first hello to the first date, we encourage being direct without being pushy, and warm without crossing personal limits.

The Commons publishes practical tools—including conversation scripts, red-flag checklists, and safety reminders—to help people protect their time and wellbeing while keeping interactions human and kind.

These community standards are not a substitute for professional guidance or the official terms of any dating platform. Instead, they are shared norms designed to make expectations visible, reduce risk, encourage accountability, and create space for genuine connection.