Best online dating sites ireland

Online dating is one of the most popular ways to find a partner, in fact, did you know 1 in 3 couples today met online?

In the UK, there are well over 1,000 dating sites tailored for people of all ages, with all sorts of interests and careers – from pilots that work around the clock to food lovers and adventure types.

So whether you love to travel, are mad about cats or passionate about politics, you’re bound to find someone who shares your interests.

Here are 10 handy dating sites, from the popular Tinder app to Match.com, not to mention our free website Mirror Dating.

For more advice, see our guide on the 10 biggest websites in the UK and how much they cost a month.

1. Match.com

Match.com's smart search features allow you to filter matches by location, appearance, interests and personality traits.

So whether you have a picture of your perfect date in mind or fancy meeting someone with a different outlook on life, Match reckon they help you find them.

www.match.com

2. Eharmony

Eharmony has a more scientific approach to love.

The site helps find compatible singles based on the traits required for a long-lasting long-term relationship, with things like life values and intellect put into question.

www.eharmony.co.uk

3. Mirror Dating

With over 10,000 singles, live chat support, a 24/7 moderation team and super-high security - there's no safer dating site than Mirror Dating.

It's free to join, and with personalised location features, and weekly dating tips, you're sure to find that special someone.

www.mirrordating.co.uk

4. Gay.com

Gay.com is the probably the largest online community of gay men and lesbians looking to meet potential partners.

And it doesn't end there. Discover local singles using their free chat rooms, or browse the site for news, gossip, travel advice and fashion tips.

www.gay.com

5. Tinder

Undeniably one of the most social dating sites around - Tinder advertises itself as the fun way to connect with new and interesting people around you.

Swipe right to like or left to pass. If someone likes you back, it’s a match!

www.gotinder.com

6. My Single Friend

Finding it hard to write your bio? You don't have to on Sarah Beeny's Mysinglefriend.com.

They believe that your friends know you best - so, like a virtual wingman, they write your profile for you!

Mysinglefriend.com

7. Saga Connections

Did you know the over 50's are one of the top age groups for online dating?

Whether you're divorced, with kids, or simply looking for a companion, you're sure to find someone on Saga's dating page.

www.sagaconnections.co.uk

8. Lovestruck

Lovestruck.com's behavioural recommendation engine assesses your search history, like page views, winks and favourites to help you find what you're actually looking for - and not what you say you're looking for.

www.lovestruck.com

9. Shaadi.com

Selling itself as the world's largest online matrimonial site - it was founded with one simple objective - to help people find happiness.

The site aims to provide a superior matchmaking experience to Indians all over the world.

www.shaadi.com

10. Dating for Parents

Are you a single mother in search of her soulmate or a single father looking for a like-minded woman?

Dating for Parents is a site for single parents to connect and find love again.

www.datingforparents.com