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Romance is in the air, as it always is this time of year. If you want to bring cupid into your life, check out these apps. You know you want to! These are the best dating apps for Valentine's Day 2021. Each one works great on iOS 14 with the best iPhone.
Dating apps for Valentine's Day: Dating
Whether you're looking for a quick fling or hoping to strike up something more substantial, you've got to meet new people. These apps should get the job done.
Tinder for iOS
The ever-popular app lets you and others anonymously express interest in each other, and if and when a match occurs, it lets you make contact and see what happens.
OkCupid
With OkCupid, you get to experience a classic online dating that could lead to fun, love, or both.
Plenty of Fish (POF)
With millions of members and lots of features, you can perhaps find the right one, in the right place, at the right time.
Match.com
Match remains the No. 1 dating app in the world and claims to have the largest pool of straight, gay, and lesbian singles
Bumble
At Bumble, women make the first move. In heterosexual matches, the woman has 24 hours to make the first move, and the man has 24 hours to respond.
Hinge
Hinge calls itself a "dating app for people who want to get off dating apps." Every match begins with someone liking or commenting on a specific part of your profile.
Her
HER is built by and for lesbian and queer womxn. It shares LGBTQ+ news, all the lesbian and queer events taking place in your area, and more.
Grindr
Grindr is a popular app where gay, bi, trans, and queer people go to connect. Chat and meet up with interesting people for free, or upgrade for more features, more fun, and more chances to connect.
Facebook Dating
The largest social network in the world now offers a dating experience within the Facebook app. Use it to find those also looking for love in your location.
Dating apps for Valentine's Day: Dining and Food
COVID-19 has changed how we get together and eat — not just on Valentine's Day. For 2021, we suggest ordering in or making reservations, so you're guaranteed a table, where available.
OpenTable
OpenTable is a great reservation app that integrates with Siri and Maps, making it quick and easy to start the process.
DoorDash
A favorite during the pandemic, use DoorDash to stay in and enjoy a great meal with the one that you love.
Dating apps for Valentine's Day: Getting away
There aren't many places you can go right now, but hotels are open so that you can get away for a night or a few days. Use one of these apps and enjoy your time away.
HotelTonight
Use this app to find a room for a getaway or quick oasis right near your home.
Expedia
If planning a longer getaway, consider using Expedia. Book your next vacation in just a few steps.
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